Birthplace: Sri Lanka
Died: 1303 AD
Rani Padmini, also known as Padmavati, was a queen of the Mewar kingdom in India during the 13th–14th century. She was renowned for her exceptional beauty and courage. Her story includes her marriage to Ratan Sen, the Rajput ruler of Chittor Fort, and her resilience in the face of challenges such as imprisonment and siege by Alauddin Khalji. Rani Padmini’s valor and defense of honor are celebrated, as she made the ultimate sacrifice by choosing self-immolation to protect herself and her companions from Khalji’s advances. Her life has inspired various literary and artistic works throughout history.
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