Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj · छत्रपति शिवाजी महाराज
Shivneri to Raigad — put his life in order, then take the quiz.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj games
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj · छत्रपति शिवाजी महाराज
Founder of the Maratha kingdom (स्वराज्य) in the 17th century. Son of Shahaji Bhosale and Jijabai; crowned Chhatrapati at Raigad in 1674.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1630 | Born at Shivneri fort |
| about 1646 | Captures Torna fort |
| 1659 | Defeats Afzal Khan at Pratapgad |
| 1666 | Escapes from Agra |
| 1674 | Crowned Chhatrapati at Raigad |
| 1680 | Dies at Raigad |
Why he is remembered
- Hill forts and guerrilla warfare in the Sahyadris.
- A navy and sea forts (Sindhudurg, Vijaydurg) on the Konkan coast.
- Good administration with the Ashta Pradhan (council of eight ministers); fair land revenue.
- Respect for all religions and for women.
For Class 7 and 8 (NCERT Exploring Society 8, “The Rise of the Marathas”). Shivaji Jayanti is celebrated on 19 February in Maharashtra.
A one-page chart to stick on the wall, and a worksheet to practise.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj · छत्रपति शिवाजी महाराज
Founder of the Maratha kingdom (स्वराज्य) in the 17th century. Son of Shahaji Bhosale and Jijabai; crowned Chhatrapati at Raigad in 1674.
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1630 | Born at Shivneri fort |
| about 1646 | Captures Torna fort |
| 1659 | Defeats Afzal Khan at Pratapgad |
| 1666 | Escapes from Agra |
| 1674 | Crowned Chhatrapati at Raigad |
| 1680 | Dies at Raigad |
Why he is remembered
- Hill forts and guerrilla warfare in the Sahyadris.
- A navy and sea forts (Sindhudurg, Vijaydurg) on the Konkan coast.
- Good administration with the Ashta Pradhan (council of eight ministers); fair land revenue.
- Respect for all religions and for women.
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Shivaji Maharaj — worksheet
Name: ____________________ Class: ______ Date: __________
1. Where and when was Shivaji Maharaj born?
2. What was the Ashta Pradhan?
3. Why did Shivaji build sea forts?
4. Write five lines about Shivaji Maharaj.
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