Shivaji was born on 1630, 19th February as a son of Shahaji Bhosle, general commander of Bijapur Sultanate, and Jaigir, owner of Pune. Shivaji’s mother, Jijabai, taught him lessons about justice in his childhood. In Indian history, Shivaji is honored as a born leader of the Maratha region.

Shivaji Maharaj is worshiped as a brave commander of the Hindu navy in Maharashtra and India. In Indian history, he is considered a legend due to his ‘Swaraj’ - an inspirational concept to develop a prosperous kingdom.

In the Shivneri fortress, the nearby city of Pune, Shivaji belonged to a righteous family of warriors. In childhood, the events of military victories & his father’s bravery motivated him to be a great warrior. As a merciful emperor, Shivaji established social harmony in Maharashtra during his ruling period(1674-1680).

In Western India, Shivaji introduced a progressive administration and innovative military tricks. At the same time, he established an enclave empowered by the ‘Swaraj’ concept after the decline of the 7th ruler in Bijapur, Adilshahi.

Replacing the Persian language, Shivaji Maharaj first used the Indian language - Marathi & Sanskrit in his court for administrative communication. As the father of progressive civil rule, he used political alliances as a weapon in the rise of the Maratha Empire.

Across the Konkan coastal area, Shivaji Maharaj formed a highly skilled navy & army, trained with Guerrilla warfare tricks. He was a genius leader who was famous for his administrative virtues.

As the brave founder of the Maratha Empire, Shivaji Maharaj is considered one of the most progressive and sensible rulers in Maharashtra. His Swarajya values inspired his army, which won many wars against Mughal invaders.

The seventh ruler of Bijapur, Mohammed Adil Shah, sent Afzal Khan to end Shivaji. When Afzal Khan attacked Shivaji, he saved himself with his armor. Later Shivaji injured Afzal Khan with a concealed weapon(Nails of Tiger) and sent forces to Bijapur.

In 1657, while the Maratha army robbed the surrounding territories of Junar & Ahmednagar to execute their ‘Swarajya’ campaign, Aurangzeb sent Deccan governor - Shaista Khan to end Shivaji. But Shivaji conquered the battle against the large force by Shaista Khan and expelled the Deccan governor from Pune.

In 1657, while the Maratha army robbed the surrounding territories of Junar & Ahmednagar to execute their ‘Swarajya’ campaign, Aurangzeb sent Deccan governor - Shaista Khan to end Shivaji. But Shivaji conquered the battle against the large force by Shaista Khan and expelled the Deccan governor from Pune.

Shivaji's life and achievements have been the subject of many books, plays, and films, and he continues to inspire generations of Indians with his courage, determination, and vision.

Shivaji's life and achievements have been the subject of many books, plays, and films, and he continues to inspire generations of Indians with his courage, determination, and vision.

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