India
Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar is known as one of the most powerful and fierce queens in the history of India. She was the Rajmata and later the ruling queen of Indore under Marathas.
Queen Ahalya was forced to take the ruling position in 1767 after the death of her husband Khanderao Holkar and father-in-law, Malhar Rao Holkar.
Maharani Ahilyabai was a supporter of Hindu culture. She constructed several Hindu temples and sites. She also funded the renovation of temples like Kashi Vishwanath in Varanasi.
Maharani Ahilyabai always made the health and welfare of her people her priority. She constructed roads, wells, rest sheds, and tanks to improve the quality of life in her empire.
Maharani Ahilyabai was an advocate for women's rights and empowerment. She supported several women and broke norms to provide equal opportunities to women.