Rani Rashmoni

Current Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Rani Rashmoni on her birth anniversary.

ABOUT Rani Rashmoni

• She was born on 28 September 1793 into a Mahishya zamindar family in Kona village (now North 24 Parganas) and emerged as a formidable figure in 19th-century Bengal’s male-dominated society.
• Her deep spirituality and commitment to justice earned her the title “Rani.” 

Major Roles 

• Rani Rashmoni took charge of her family’s zamindari and business, showcasing exceptional administrative and supervisory skills.
  • She expanded her enterprises and became a champion of public welfare. 
• She was Known for her bold defiance against British authorities—such as blocking Hooghly river traffic to protect fishermen.
• She also made lasting contributions through philanthropy, including building ghats, funding educational institutions, and most notably founding the Dakshineswar Kali Temple,where she appointed Shri Ramkrishna Paramhansa as priest.