Question

laid the foundation of Maratha Empire.​

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Answer 2

Answer:

CHATRAPATI SHIVAJI MAHARAJ

Explanation:

LAID THE FOUNDATION OF MARATHA EMPIRE .

Shivaji Bhonsale I was an Indian warrior-king and a member of the Bhonsle Maratha clan. Shivaji carved out an enclave from the declining Adilshahi sultanate of Bijapur that formed the genesis of the Maratha Empire. In 1674, he was formally crowned as the Chhatrapati of his realm at Raigad.

Born: 19 February 1630, Shivneree, Mumbai

Died: 3 April 1680, Raigad Fort

Coronation: 6 June 1674 (first); 24 September 1674 (second)

Spouse: Sakvarbai (m. 1656–1680), Putalabai (m. 1653–1680), Sai Bhonsale (m. 1640–1659).

Children: Sambhaji, Rajaram I, Ambikabai Mahadik, Ranubai Jadhav, Rajkunvarbai Shirke, more

Parents: Shahaji, Jijabai