Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti
Born on 19 February 1627, in the fort of Shivnes, he rose to become a nation builder
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Creation of the Maratha empire
He built a strong empire in Maharashtra, Karnataka & Konkan amids the strong opposition of the mighty Mughal Kingdom under Aurangzeb
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Conquests
Shivaji entered into military career even before attaining the age of 20. He captured many forts like Chakana, Simhagad, Kondana and Purandar from Adil Shah of Bijapura
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Revenue System
He built an efficient administrative system, set up an authentic revenue system for income and broadened the economic base of the empire
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Father of the Indian Navy
Chatrapatti Shivaji Maharaj introduced big fleet of vessals across the West cost of India and introduced new warfare on the ships
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Secular Ruler
He had numerous Muslim soldiers in his army. His only aim was to overthrow Mughal rule and establish Maratha empire
The 'Mountain Rat'
He was widely known for his guerrilla warfare tactics. He expanded his father's 2000 soldier army to 10,000 soldiers
Supporter of women
Anyone under his rule caught violating woman's rights was severely punished