Shivaji assumed the title of chhatrapati in which year?
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Shivaji was crowned king of the Marathas in a lavish ceremony at Raigad on 6 June 1674. In the Hindu calendar it was on the 13th day (trayodashi) of the first fortnight of the month of Jyeshtha in the year 1596.
Titles used by the Maratha Royals. Chhatrapati: Chhatrapati is an Indian royal title most equivalent to a King. It means the 'Lord of the Parasol' and is a title conferred upon the founder of Maratha Empire, Chhatrapati Shivaji. The title is also used by Shivaji's descendents.
Titles used by the Maratha Royals. Chhatrapati: Chhatrapati is an Indian royal title most equivalent to a King. It means the 'Lord of the Parasol' and is a title conferred upon the founder of Maratha Empire, Chhatrapati Shivaji. The title is also used by Shivaji's descendents.
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Shivaji assumed the title of Chhatrapati on June 6th, 1674. He assumed the title when he founded the Maratha kingdom and assumed the throne at Raigad. He was a valiant king and a secular ruler to respect all religions equally. He was also the founder of Maratha Empire. He also helped people to get converted to Hinduism. He had an army strength of about 100000 soldiers.
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