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Dipaji Rane :-

The history of Ranes of Goa is well known for their several attempts to dislodge the Portuguese from Goa. In all there were fourteen rebellions out of which the one in 1852 led by Dipaji Rane proved formidable.

He carried on the fight against the Portuguese forces for three and half long years; eventually the Portuguese government were compelled to make peace with the rebels. The Portuguese agreed to extend protection to village institutions, abandon repressive religious measures and grant amnesty to all rebels. Dipaji Rane was awarded a sword of honour and the honorary title of Captain.