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Shalini Joshi Romesh Somani

WHO IS A LEADER?
One who lead the particular group to achieve a
common goal

A good leader is a person who takes the team with him

and lead them towards the Success or meeting the
common goals or in right direction. Leader should not
be biased and should have the credibility. He should
care for his team. Leader should be like an example to
follow. He should have capabilities to motivate team.
He should have the "Never give up" Spirit. etc :) :)
WHAT ARE LEADERSHIP TRAITS?
Honest
Forward-Looking
Competent
Inspiring
Intelligent
 INTRODUCTION
Early Life
She was born to a Maharashtra family at Kashi (now Varanasi) in the year
1828. During her childhood, she was called by the name Manikarnika.
Affectionately, her family members called her Manu. At a tender age of
four, she lost her mother. As a result, the responsibility of raising her fell
upon her father. While pursuing studies, she also took formal training in
martial arts, which included horse riding, shooting and fencing.
. In the year 1842, she got married to the Maharaja of Jhansi, Raja
Gangadhar Rao Niwalkar. On getting married, she was given the name
Lakshmi Bai. Her wedding ceremony was held at the Ganesh temple,
located in the old city of Jhansi. In the year 1851, she gave birth to a son.
Unfortunately, the child did not survive more than four months.
In the year 1853, Gangadhar Rao fell sick and became very weak. So, the
couple decided to adopt a child. To ensure that the British do not raise an
issue over the adoption, Lakshmibai got this adoption witnessed by the
local British representatives. On 21st November 1853, Maharaja
Gangadhar Rao died.
MAJOR STEPS TAKEN BY RANI
Lakshmibai then took over the reins of government and
restored law and order.
She had abandoned purdah after her husbands death
and now donned male garments when she held court.
She had to fend off a pretender, Sadashiv Rao Narayana
as well as attacks by the neighboring states of Datia and
Orcchaher first experiences of actual warfare.
Sensing more trouble, Lakshmibai kept her forces battle
ready and well-armed. She stayed in touch with Tantya
Tope and Nana Sahib and her allies Raja Mardan Singh of
Banpur and Bakhtab Ali of Shahgarh.
INVASION
During that period, Lord Dalhousie was the Governor
General of British India. The adopted child was named
Damodar Rao. As per the Hindu tradition, he was their
legal heir.
However, the British rulers refused to accept him as the
legal heir. As per the Doctrine of Lapse, Lord Dalhousie
decided to seize the state of Jhansi.
Rani Lakshmibai went to a British lawyer and consulted
him. Thereafter, she filed an appeal for the hearing of her
case in London. But, her plea was rejected. The British
authorities confiscated the state jewels. Also, an order was
passed asking the Rani to leave Jhansi fort and move to the
Rani Mahal in Jhansi. Laxmibai was firm about protecting
the state of Jhansi.
 THE WAR
Jhansi became the focal point of uprising. Rani of Jhansi began to strengthen her
position. By seeking the support of others, she formed a volunteer army. The
army not just consisted of the men folk, but the women were also actively
involved. Women were also given military training to fight a battle. In the revolt,
Rani Lakshmibai was accompanied by her generals.
From the period between Sep-Oct 1857, Rani defended Jhansi from being
invaded by the armies of the neighboring rajas of Orchha and Datia. In January
1858, the British army headed it's away towards Jhansi. The conflict went on for
two weeks. Finally, the Britishers succeeded in the annexation of the city.
However, Rani Laksmi Bai managed to escape along with her son, in the guise of a
man.
She took refuge in Kalpi, where she met Tatya Tope, a great warrior. She died on
17thJune, during the battle for Gwalior. It is believed that, when she was lying
unconscious in the battle field, a Brahmin found her and brought her to an
ashram, where she died. For her immense effort, she is referred to as the 'Icon of
the Indian Nationalist Movement'. Throughout the uprising, the aim of Rani was
to secure the throne for her adopted son Damodar. Her story became a beacon
for the upcoming generations of freedom fighters.
LEADERSHIP QUALITIES
Deep Sense of Devotion and sympathy
Stubborn and Rebel
Trained into Various Subjects
Firm and Determination
Living Inspiration for her group and others
 Deep Sense of Devotion and sympathy:
Born to Moropant and Bhagirathi Bai of Brahmin family,
Jhansi Rani was initially named Manikarnika by her
parents and was nicknamed as Manu. Nevertheless, the
nation would forever recall her with the name Jhansi
Rani. Little Manu had profound spirituality, devotion,
and reverence within her and frequently paid prayers at
the Kashi temple during her childhood.
Stubborn and Rebel:
The early days of Manu were entirely distinct from that
of a typical Indian girl. She was strong-willed and would
certainly not accept no as an answer. Jhansi Rani Laxmi
Bai lost her mother at very tinder age. Even under such
circumstances, the child was invincible and made herself
busy in activities that were within the domain of the
boys. She was rebel in her doings all the time.
 Trained into Various Subjects
Manus father had trained her in several religious texts of
Sanskrit, including Bhagavad Geeta, in which she was
verbatim. Unlike other women, she was provided with
special training in fencing, firing guns, riding horses and
sword fighting by her father.
Firm and Determination
The then governor-general had rejected the confirmation of
the legal arguments made by Lakshmibai. This news came
as a heartbreaking to the Rani, however, she remained firm,
determined and stated Apni Jhansi nahi dungi.
This statement professes the Ranis affection and
attachment with her empire and her people. In her; the
people saw the great emperor; in them, she saw her
lifeblood.
 Living Inspiration for her group and others:
Finally, during her martyrdom, Jhansi Rani Laxmi Bai
served as a living inspiration for millions of
Indians and emerged as the mascot for Indian
nationalism. Her characteristics of fearlessness, hope
and courage inspired many Indians. She, due to her
great work remains as one amongst all leaders, even
for the succeeding generations as well.
Thus, the relevance of Jhansi Ranis legend remains
undiminished in the context of modern India as she
can be identified the world has ever seen.
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