The Rani of Jhansi

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What was the real name of the Rani of Jhansi?

  1. Lakshmibai

  2. Manikarnika

  3. Durgawati

  4. Ahilyabai Holkar


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Rani of Jhansi was born as Manikarnika Tambe on November 19, 1828, in Varanasi, India.

When did the Rani of Jhansi become the ruler of Jhansi?

  1. 1843

  2. 1853

  3. 1858

  4. 1862


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Rani of Jhansi became the ruler of Jhansi in 1853, after the death of her husband, Raja Gangadhar Rao.

What was the name of the Rani of Jhansi's son?

  1. Damodar Rao

  2. Nana Sahib

  3. Tantia Tope

  4. Rao Sahib


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rani of Jhansi had a son named Damodar Rao, who died at a young age.

What was the main reason for the Rani of Jhansi's rebellion against the British?

  1. The British annexation of Jhansi

  2. The British refusal to recognize Damodar Rao as the heir to Jhansi

  3. The British imposition of heavy taxes on Jhansi

  4. The British interference in the religious affairs of Jhansi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rani of Jhansi rebelled against the British primarily because of their annexation of Jhansi in 1858.

Which battle did the Rani of Jhansi lead against the British?

  1. The Battle of Jhansi

  2. The Battle of Gwalior

  3. The Battle of Kanpur

  4. The Battle of Lucknow


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rani of Jhansi led the Battle of Jhansi against the British in 1858.

What was the outcome of the Battle of Jhansi?

  1. The Rani of Jhansi won the battle.

  2. The British won the battle.

  3. The battle ended in a stalemate.

  4. The battle was interrupted by a natural disaster.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The British won the Battle of Jhansi, and the Rani of Jhansi was forced to retreat.

Where did the Rani of Jhansi die?

  1. Jhansi

  2. Gwalior

  3. Kanpur

  4. Lucknow


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Rani of Jhansi died in Gwalior on June 18, 1858, after being wounded in battle.

What is the Rani of Jhansi remembered for?

  1. Her bravery and leadership during the Indian Rebellion of 1857

  2. Her contributions to the Indian independence movement

  3. Her social reforms and administrative skills

  4. Her patronage of the arts and culture


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rani of Jhansi is primarily remembered for her bravery and leadership during the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

Which Indian state has a district named after the Rani of Jhansi?

  1. Uttar Pradesh

  2. Madhya Pradesh

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rani of Jhansi district in Uttar Pradesh is named after the Rani of Jhansi.

Which Indian film depicts the life and struggles of the Rani of Jhansi?

  1. Jhansi Ki Rani

  2. Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi

  3. The Legend of Lakshmi Bai

  4. Rani Laxmibai


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The 2019 Indian film 'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi' depicts the life and struggles of the Rani of Jhansi.

What is the name of the fort in Jhansi where the Rani of Jhansi fought against the British?

  1. Jhansi Fort

  2. Gwalior Fort

  3. Agra Fort

  4. Red Fort


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rani of Jhansi fought against the British at the Jhansi Fort.

Which Indian postage stamp features the Rani of Jhansi?

  1. 5 paise

  2. 10 paise

  3. 20 paise

  4. 25 paise


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Indian postage stamp featuring the Rani of Jhansi has a denomination of 20 paise.

Which Indian city has a museum dedicated to the Rani of Jhansi?

  1. Jhansi

  2. Gwalior

  3. Kanpur

  4. Lucknow


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rani of Jhansi Museum is located in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.

What is the name of the annual festival held in Jhansi to commemorate the Rani of Jhansi?

  1. Rani Laxmibai Jayanti

  2. Rani Laxmibai Utsav

  3. Rani Laxmibai Mela

  4. Rani Laxmibai Smriti Diwas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rani Laxmibai Jayanti is the annual festival held in Jhansi to commemorate the Rani of Jhansi.

Which Indian poet wrote a poem titled 'Jhansi Ki Rani'?

  1. Subhadra Kumari Chauhan

  2. Ramdhari Singh Dinkar

  3. Maithili Sharan Gupt

  4. Harivansh Rai Bachchan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Subhadra Kumari Chauhan wrote the poem 'Jhansi Ki Rani' in 1923.

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