About Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
· Birth Date: 19 February 1630
· Birth Place: Shivneri Fort, Maharashtra
· Father: Shahajiraje Bhosale
· Mother: Jijabai
Key Points about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
1. Establishment of Swarajya
· Captured his first fort, Torna Fort, in 1646 at the age of 16.
· Developed a strong administration and military system.
2. Military Achievements
· Known for Guerrilla warfare tactics (Ganimi Kava).
· Built a powerful army and navy (Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is known as the Father of the Indian Navy).
· Captured and managed many forts across Maharashtra.
3. Coronation
· Coronation Date: 6 June 1674
· Place: Raigad Fort
· He was crowned as Chhatrapati.
4. Administration
· Introduced a well-organized governance system.
· Had a council of eight ministers called Ashtapradhan Mandal.
· Focused on justice, efficient revenue collection, and protection of people.
