Rani Karnawati's rakhi to Emperor Humayun: The bond that extended beyond faiths
- In 1540, Rani Karnawati, the widowed queen of Mewar, sent a rakhi to Emperor Humayun requesting protection.
- The act of sending a rakhi represented a significant bond of kinship and a plea for protection during conflict.
- Emperor Humayun, responding to the request, dispatched troops to assist Rani Karnawati in her struggle against adversaries.
- Their story is commemorated each year during Raksha Bandhan, emphasizing themes of loyalty and bravery in Indian culture.
Source: deccanherald.com
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