Indian history is full of the heroic deeds of great heroes and heroines. Rani Laxmi Bai of Jhansi was the most remarkable personality of her age. She was a great freedom fighter. She was the first woman to sacrifice her life for the freedom of the country. She was born on November 1, 1835 in a noble family in Maharashtra. Her father’s name was Moropanth and her mother’s name was Bhagirathi. Her mother died when she was only a child. In her childhood, she was called “Manoo”.

She was fond of horse riding and shooting. She was tall, strong and beautiful. Her father took keen interest in giving her the best education in every field of life. She was bold from the very beginning. Once she jumped from her own horse and saved the life of Nana Sahib. She was married to Gangadhar Rao, the ruler of Jhansi. She became Maharani Laxmi Bai of Jhansi. During her married life, she took keen interest in military training. Damodar Rao was adopted as heir to the throne of Jhansi. Soon after, Raja Gangadhar Rao died.

She was very brave and courageous. The English rulers wanted to capture Jhansi but it was a Herculean task to face the sword of Laxmi Bai. She fought bravely and defended her state from the foreigners. She lived and died while fighting for freedom. She had all the qualities of head and heart. She was a great patriot, fearless and brave. She was skilled in the use of sword. She was always ready to meet the challenge. She inspired Indian rulers against the cruelty of the British rule in India. She took an active part in the struggle for freedom in 1857 and sacrificed her life.

In short, Laxmi Bai was an incarnation of courage and bravery. She has left an immortal name after her. Her name and fame will ever inspire the freedom fighters.