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  JHANSI LAKSHMI BAI - Rediff On The Net Free Personal Homepages
Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi was probably the bravest of all the leaders who fought for India’s independence against the mighty British.
Lakshmibai wrote a petition to the Governor General, and later sent an envoy to London to plead her case.
Rani Lakshmibai was worried that Rao Sahib Peshwa had left himself open to attack from the rear and suggested a change in his battle formations.
members.rediff.com /jhansi/rani.htm   (924 words)

  
 tope - Search Results - MSN Encarta
Lakshmibai, Rani of Jhansi (1835-1858), a leader of the Indian Mutiny of 1857.
Born in Vārānasi in northern India, Lakshmibai was married to...
Stupa, also tope or dagoba, hemispherical or bell-shaped masonry monument designed as a Buddhist (or occasionally Jain) shrine or reliquary.
uk.encarta.msn.com /tope.html   (125 words)

  
 SiliconIndia.com - Books   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi is among those national heroines whose name conjures up visions of tremendous bravery and dauntless courage against overwhelming odds.
Rani Lakshmibai was undoubtedly one of the bravest of leaders of the Indian Mutiny of 1857 and was always at the forefront of every battle, encouraging her troops.
The unforgettable memory of Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi however, remained — the memory of a person of unbreakable pride and utter fearlessness.The bards of Central India still sing of the valour and virtues of the Rani, who held her own against not only her Bundela enemies but also the mighty British.
www.siliconindia.com /books/ACK/Bookdescription.asp?bid=1167   (190 words)

  
 INDOlink Kidz Korner : Story of RANI LAKSHMIBAI
Lakshmibai decided to run the kingdom until the adopted son reached maturity.
The British approached Rani Lakshmibai for refuge but the Rani refused, saying that she could not betray her fellow Indians.
Lakshmibai's courage, strength, and ability as she valiantly fought the British army's vastly superior forces, are remembered to this day.
www.indolink.com /Kidz/Stories/story16.html   (873 words)

  
 Lakshmibai Rani of Jhansi - Search Results - ninemsn Encarta
Lakshmibai, Rani of Jhansi (1835-1858), a leader of the Indian Mutiny of 1857.
Born in Vārānasi in northern India, Lakshmibai was married to...
The recapture of Delhi did not mark the end of the rising.
au.encarta.msn.com /Lakshmibai_Rani_of_Jhansi.html   (109 words)

  
 Rani Lakshmi Bai - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Because of her unprecedented bravery, courage and wisdom, and her progressive views on women's empowerment in 19th century India, and due to her sacrifices, she became an icon of Indian nationalist movement.
The fall of Jhansi and the death of Rani Lakshmibai was the last series of the resistance to British Raj under India's First War of Independence.
Please see [1]- for a presentation of Timeline, from the birth Lakshmibai, Rani of Jhansi, until her death.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Rani_Lakshmi_Bai   (1351 words)

  
 MSN INDIA - Ash to wield sword as Lakshmibai   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Ash is to play Rani Lakshmibai, the legendary ruler of Jhansi, who played a key role in the 1857 uprising against India's then British colonial rulers.
Lakshmibai died aged 23 on the battlefield while fighting British soldiers in 1858.
Last year, former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen said she planned to produce and star in a separate movie on Rani Lakshmibai, but is yet to announce details of its filming.
content.msn.co.in /Entertainment/Bollywood/BollywoodAPK_050507_1058.htm   (261 words)

  
 My India Page
Historians of a nationalist persuasion have all contributed to this elevation of Rani Lakshmibai.
In the circumstances Lakshmibai came to be labelled the "Jezebel of India" by the British.
Lakshmibai was seen as a rebel but because of her gender she was calumnised as something more.
www.angelfire.com /tx/texanaggie/india.html   (1872 words)

  
 Cover Story: The Shirdi Story 4 - Oct 1st 2003   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Lakshmibai Shinde she was one of the very few ladies who was privileged to serve Baba.
Lakshmibai did not understand but faithfully treasured the nine coins till the end of her life and never gave them away.
Our beloved Swami has explained that Shirdi Baba gave Lakshmibai nine rupees to remind her that there are nine paths to reach God, the Navarasa Bhakti Marga of the scriptures.
www.radiosai.org /Journals/03OCT01/Shirdi_Story/Shirdi3.htm   (619 words)

  
 On elementals, ghosts and Bhuts, H. P. Blavatsky
Six months later a sister-in-law of the narrator was seized with violent trembling and her body became burning hot.
Conjecturing that an evil spirit had taken possession of her, her mother-in-law questioned her to ascertain who that spirit was; the ghost introduced itself as Lakshmibai, the aunt who had died.
The narrative concludes with the query whether the soul of Lakshmibai remained earthbound by her anxiety to be removed from the sick room which she believed to be a place where an escaping soul was apt to become a bhuta.
www.katinkahesselink.net /other/lakshmi.htm   (499 words)

  
 women warriors: a personality quiz at gURL.com
When Lakshmibai went to battle, she often consulted all types of political strategists, whether they were books or seasoned warriors.
Lakshmibai was queen of a small section of India during the mid-1800s.
Lakshmibai was highly offended, claiming she had enough brains and brawn to rule the countryside.
www.gurl.com /play/quizzes/results/0,,605701_699745-3,00.html   (258 words)

  
 Lakshmibai, Rani of Jhansi....! - WNSO Chautari   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The rather formidable young woman pictured is Lakshmibai, the Rani of Jhansi.
Lakshmibai was not the only Jhansi women to die fighting the British.
I brought to you the famous Poem on Lakshmibai, Rani of Jhansi.
chautari.wnso.org /forums/index.php?showtopic=1170   (713 words)

  
 Introduction   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
This is, I suppose, my homage to a remarkable woman and to all the other Lakshmibai's the world over, those women who have had to fight, whether with words or swords, to protect themselves, their families, their homes, and, sadly, still are fighting.
It is applied to both women of Lakshmibai's status and to female servants to show respect for them also.
Lakshmibai has been likened to the goddess, Durga, who was created by the three principal gods, Brahma, Shiva and Vishnu to force the demons out of heaven.
www.copsey-family.org /~allenc/lakshmibai   (1016 words)

  
 Reclaim Our History (November 7, 2001)
At age eight, Lakshmibai marries the raja of Jhansi.
During the Great Rebellion (which the British call the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857) Lakshmibai joins the rebels and trains an army of women to defend her fortress.
Lakshmibai dies in the ensuing battle while commanding 300 troops.
eatthestate.org /06-06/ReclaimHistory.htm   (501 words)

  
 Jhansi Travel, Jhansi Hotels, Jhansi Travel Agent, Jhansi Tours, Jhansi Travel Guide, Jhansi Tour Packages, Uttar ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Rani Lakshmibai has been the inspiration to the freedom fighters of India.
This gave the reason to the British to exploit her force her dethroning and retirement with an annual pension.
Lakshmibai could not take that insult and even at the tender age of 22 fought a fierce battle against the British defying their rule and atrocity.
www.t2india.com /place-info.php?place=228-Jhansi   (488 words)

  
 AISHWARYA-FOREVER [dot] COM - Sush takes on Ash
The only film on Rani Lakshmibai was made in 1952, by Shorab Modi, where Mehtab played the role of the brave queen.
Incidentally, Sushmita and Rani Lakshmibai share the same birthday, that is November 19.
Historically, Rani Lakshmibai was a very petite woman so in that sense Ash would suit the role better than Sushmita.
www.aishwarya-forever.com /news/archives/june2006/june-31.html   (557 words)

  
 CITIZENXPRESS.COM - (Free, Fair & Fast)|Sushmita Sen To Make Flim on Jhansi Ki Rani   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Bollywood actress Sushmita Sen wants to portray the character of a legendary Indian queen famed for her bravery so badly that she’s decided to produce a film on her life, a news report said on Monday.
Rani Lakshmibai or Queen Lakshmibai, a young ruler of Jhansi in northern India, was a key player in a failed 1857 uprising against British colonial rule.
Lakshmibai emerged as a symbol of resistance to British rule before her death at the age of 23 on the battlefield, fighting British soldiers in 1858.
citizenxpress.com /blog/view/643   (237 words)

  
 The Hindu News Update Service
Mumbai, Feb. 5 (AP): Bollywood actress Sushmita Sen wants to portray the character of a legendary Indian queen famed for her bravery so badly that she's decided to produce a film on her life, a news report said Monday.
She said wants to make the movie herself because she had a definite vision of how to portray Lakshmibai.
Sen said she would appoint a director in a couple of months, and is likely to begin shooting later this year.
www.hindu.com /thehindu/holnus/009200702051350.htm   (252 words)

  
 LNIPE (Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Gwalior):: UGC - ASC
Academic Staff College (ASC) was established by UGC at Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (Deemed University), Shakti Nagar, Gwalior — 474002 in February 2000.
The college was meant for running refresher courses for Physical Education Teachers of different Universities and Colleges in India as well as for the Directors of Sports in different Universities and Colleges in India.
Permanent faculty of universities and colleges in different subjects may apply for admission in the Orientation Programmes on the prescribed application form which may be downloaded.
www.lnipe.net /public_html/ugc_asc.html   (147 words)

  
 SPARROW
Lakshmibai Tilak's autobiography, Smriti Chitra, written in Marathi, was published in four parts between 1934 and 1937.
Born into a strict Brahmin family, Lakshmibai was married off when she was eleven years old.
Prasadrao said, 'She says she will not move until she really knows what is wrong.' Then only, did Dr Wanless take out from his drawer Dr Hume's letter, and show it to Prasadrao.
www.sparrowonline.org /book_02.htm   (1432 words)

  
 Ash and Sush battle it out   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Both the divas are slated to play the role of Rani Lakshmibai, in separate projects.
She had earlier said that either the director or the director of photography will be from Hollywood.
However her film will be based on Rani Lakshmibai as a mother.
www.indiafm.com /news/2006/06/21/7335/index.html   (188 words)

  
 Rani of Jhansi
Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi is among those national heroines whose name conjures up visions of tremendous bravery and dauntless courage against overwhelming odds.
Rani Lakshmibai was undoubtedly one of the bravest of the leaders of the Indian Mutiny of 1857 and was always out at the forefront of every battle, encouraging her troops.
The unforgettable memory of Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi however remained - the memory of a person of unbreakable pride and utter fearlessness.
www.exoticindia.com /book/details/ACL32   (224 words)

  
 Alumni.NET - Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education Bulletin Board
Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education Bulletin Board
You need to be logged in and a member of this organization to post a message.
Return to Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education Alumni Registry
www.alumni.net /bboard2.asp?orgid=10126884&secid=10000023   (61 words)

  
 Two former Indian beauty queens to star in films about freedom fighter   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Rai announced last year she would play Lakshmibai in a film with well-known director Ketan Mehta, and Sen said recently that she too had decided to produce and star in a film on the same subject.
Sen did not specify when she would start filming but said the movie about the Indian queen, who fought against British colonial rule in the mid-19th century, would be filmed from the angle of Lakshmibai as a mother.
In an earlier interview with the same newspaper, Rai had spoken about her commitment to the film, "I would love to play the role of Rani Lakshmibai because I see her as a woman of strength, courage and affection."
www.cbc.ca /cp/entertainment/060621/e062104.html   (301 words)

  
 LNIPE (Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Gwalior):: Tender
Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Gwalior (LNIPE) is the only Deemed University in area of Physical Education.
It intends to establish nearly 70 health clinics/centres/physical training centres across India for providing fitness facilities for the population and equip Physical Training Professionals including its students with practical experience in the field.
Project Coordinator, Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education, Shakti Nagar, Gwalior -2.
www.lnipe.net /public_html/tender2.html   (215 words)

  
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In the case the point is the ``identity coset'', Kreiman and Lakshmibai deduce, from well known results of Hodge and Musili, an expression for the Hilbert function in terms of the combinatorics of the Weyl group.
In the case the point is not the ``identity coset'', they conjecture expressions for the Hilbert function and the multiplicity.
We clarify the approach of Kreiman and Lakshmibai, thereby handling, in their spirit, all points.
www.math.iitb.ac.in /~hilbert/raghavan.html   (275 words)

  
 For The Freedom of Jhansi   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The twenty-three-year old widow and the handful of her soldiers faced all the dangers of the battle.
The goddess of war, Lakshmibai, with her drawn sword, shone above one and all.
And what a defeat it was!Rani Lakshmibai was wounded on the chest.
www.freeindia.org /biographies/freedomfighters/tatiatope/page4.htm   (1037 words)

  
 Sushmita keen to play warrior queen | Metro.co.uk
Bollywood actress Sushmita Sen wants to portray a legendary Indian queen famed for her bravery - so she's decided to produce a film on her life.
Rani Lakshmibai, a young ruler of Jhansi in northern India, was a key player in a failed 1857 uprising against British colonial rule.
She emerged as a symbol of resistance to British rule before her death at the age of 23 on the battlefield, fighting British soldiers in 1858.
www.metro.co.uk /fame/article.html?in_article_id=36077&in_page_id=7&in_a_source=   (290 words)

  
 Debts of Honor
Perhaps a description of an event of the period will serve to make readers aware of what was at stake and also the atmosphere and the ambience of the times.
At midnight, Rani Lakshmibai emerged in her usual white apparel and pearl ornaments with a sword at her waist.
As the RSS government cannot be expected to bring the remains of Zafar back home, they can at least do something for the citadel at Jhansi in memory of Rani Lakshmibai.
members.tripod.com /anantmithal/Itihaas/1998/it980719DebtsofHonor.html   (1479 words)

  
 Weblog Entry - 06/26/2006: "Bollywood Queens in Biopics, Caribbean pirates return for more adventure in Disneyland"
Rai announced last year she would play Lakshmibai in a film with well-known director Ketan Mehta, and Sen said recently that she too had decided to produce and star in a film on the same subject.
Sen did not specify when she would start filming, but said the movie about the Indian queen, who fought against British colonial rule in the mid-19th century, would be filmed from the angle of Lakshmibai as a mother.
In an earlier interview with the same newspaper, Rai had spoken about her commitment to the film: "I would love to play the role of Rani Lakshmibai because I see her as a woman of strength, courage and affection."
www.fearsome-foursome.org /greymatter/archives/00000147.htm   (539 words)

  
 Asian American Village News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
MUMBAI, India (AP) -- Bollywood star Aishwarya Rai is adding a must-have skill to her acting repertoire -- learning to use a sword while riding a horse.
Rai is to play Rani (Queen) Lakshmibai, the legendary ruler of a north Indian state of Jhansi, who played a key role in the failed 1857 uprising against India's then British colonial rulers.
Last year, another Indian actress Sushmita Sen said she planned to produce and star in a separate movie on Lakshmibai.
imdcontentnew.searchease.com /villages/asian/News0512.asp   (2044 words)

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