where did shivaji born?
Answers
Shivaji was born at Shivneri fort in Pune district of Maharashtra.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
• Shivaji or Shivaji Bhonsle established the great Maratha Empire.
• Maratha Empire extended in the states of Maharashtra and parts of Karnataka.
• Shivaji was officially crowned in 1874 at Raigad fort.
• He assumed the titles of Chhatrapati and Haindava Dharmadharak.
• His father Shahji Bhosle was a military commander under Nizam shahi ruler.
• Shivaji had controversies with Mughals and Adilshahis.
• He signed treaty of Purandhar with Jai Singh who was appointed by Aurangazeb.
• In this treaty, Shivaji surrendered all his forts to Mughal Empire.
• However, Shivaji reconquered these forts from Mughals.
• He defeated Mughal forces in the battle of Salher in 1672.
Answer:
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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, great Maratha ruler was born on 19 February 1630 at Shivneri Fort in District Pune in the present-day state of Maharashtra.
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- Place of birth: Shivneri
- Place of death: Raigad Fort
❀ Why is shivaji famous?
- Chhatrapati Shivaji was one of the bravest, most progressive and sensible rulers of India. Shivaji established a royal name for himself in history with his administrative skills by upholding the Swarajya values and the Maratha heritage. He was known for his bravery and tactics with which he won numerous wars against the Mughals. Known as the Father of Indian Navy, Shivaji was the first to realise the importance of having a naval force, and therefore he strategically established a navy and forts at the coastline to defend the Konkan side of Maharashtra.
❀ What does Chhatrapati means?
- Chhatrapati is a royal title from the Indian subcontinent. It is often taken to be the equivalent of emperor, and was used by the Marathas.