- Ruler of the Kingdom of Mysore from 1782 to 1799.
- Known as the "Tiger of Mysore" for his military prowess.
- Fought against the British in the Anglo-Mysore Wars.
2. Rani of Jhansi:
- Born Lakshmibai, she was the Rani of the Maratha-ruled princely state of Jhansi.
- Played a significant role in the Indian Rebellion of 1857.
- Known for her bravery and leadership in battle.
3. Shivaji Bhonsle:
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- Founded the Maratha Empire and is considered one of the greatest rulers in Indian history.
- Known for his military strategies and guerrilla tactics against the Mughal Empire.
- Established a strong navy to protect his kingdom.
4. Haider Ali:
- Father of Tipu Sultan and the de facto ruler of Mysore.
- Known for his military prowess and successful defense of Mysore against British forces.
- Introduced many administrative reforms and was a patron of arts and culture.
5. Maharaja Ranjit Singh:
- Often called the "Lion of Punjab," he founded the Sikh Empire.
- Ruled from 1799 to 1839 and expanded the Sikh kingdom to its greatest extent.
- Known for his military campaigns and diplomatic skills.
6. Bahadur Shah Zafar:
- The last Mughal Emperor, reigning from 1837 to 1857.
- During his reign, the Indian Rebellion of 1857 took place, leading to the decline of Mughal power.
- Served as a symbol of resistance against British rule.
7. Pazhassi Raja:
- Also known as Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja, he was a ruler of the erstwhile Kingdom of Kottayam in present-day Kerala.
- Fought against the British in the Pazhassi Revolt.
- Known for his guerrilla tactics and resistance against British colonialism.
8. Rani Abbakka Chowta:
- A queen who ruled the Tuluva Kingdom of Ullal, located on the west coast of India.
- Known for her naval prowess and resistance against the Portuguese colonial forces.
- Considered one of the earliest Indian women warriors to fight against European colonial powers.
9. Raja Pratap Singh:
- Ruled the Kingdom of Satara from 1817 to 1839.
- An advocate for social reforms and education, he introduced English education and established schools and libraries in his kingdom.
- Also known for his efforts in promoting Marathi language and literature.
10. Dadabhai Naoroji:
- A prominent Indian political leader, economist, and intellectual during the British Raj.
- Known as the "Grand Old Man of India," he was one of the founders of the Indian National Congress.
- Advocated for economic self-sufficiency and played a crucial role in India's struggle for independence.