Rani Lakshmibai, the iconic Queen of Jhansi and freedom fighter, was born in Varanasi.
Rani Lakshmibai, also known as the Rani of Jhansi, was a remarkable and valiant queen who played a pivotal role in India's struggle for independence during the 19th century.
Born as Manikarnika Tambe in Varanasi on November 19, 1828, she would later become an iconic symbol of resistance against British colonial rule.