Five Facts about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj that each Indian should know

The author of the Maratha Kingdom, Shivaji was destined to be a characteristic head and contender on nineteenth February, 1630.

Chhatrapati Shivaji was one of the boldest, generally dynamic and reasonable leaders of India. The organizer of the Maratha Kingdom, Shivaji was destined to be a characteristic head and contender on nineteenth February, 1630 in the renowned Shivneri Fort. Till date, the day is praised as Shiv Jayanti with incredible thoroughness and customary style by Maharashtrians.

Shivaji set up a regal name for himself in history with his managerial abilities by maintaining the Swarajya esteems and the Maratha legacy. He was known for his courage and strategies with which he won various wars against the Mughals.  Remembering the best Maratha ruler on his birthday, here are some fascinating realities about Shivaji.

1.    Known as the Father of Indian Navy, Shivaji was the first to understand the significance of having a maritime power, and in this way he deliberately settled a naval force and fortifications at the coastline to protect the Konkan side of Maharashtra.  The Jaigad, Vijaydurg, Sindhudurg and other such fortresses despite everything stand to affirm his endeavors and thoughts.

2.    Contrary to prevalent thinking, Shivaji was not named after Lord Shiva. Truth be told, he was named after a territorial Goddess Shivai. His mom appealed to the goddess for a child and was honored with one. The god-like stature was given to him for his deeds, and not his name.






3.    The mainstream ruler was pleasing everything being equal. He had various Muslim fighters in his military. His lone point was to topple Mughal lead and build up Maratha realm. He was additionally extremely strong of individuals who changed over to Hinduism.

4.    Shivaji was a reliable supporter of ladies and their respect. He restricted a wide range of viciousness, badgering and shame against ladies. Anybody under his standard found disregarding lady's privileges was seriously rebuffed. Indeed, ladies of caught domains were likewise discharged safe, and with honesty.

5.    Chhatrapati Shivaji was called as the 'Mountain Rat' and was generally known for his guerrilla fighting strategies. He was called so due to his mindfulness in geology of his territory, and guerrilla strategies like striking, ambushing and shock assaults on his foes. He knew the significance of a decent armed force, and with his aptitudes, extended his dad's 2000 officer armed force to 10,000 fighters.