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19/02/22 14:20 PM IST

Source: PIB

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

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The Prime Minister commemorated the captivating leadership of Shivaji Maharaj on his birth anniversary and paid homage to this gallant personality.

About Shivaji Maharaj:

  • He is remembered for his excellent military strategy and leadership roles in the advocacy of social welfare with a committed vision.
  • He is the founder of the Maratha empire.
  • Every 19th day of February is celebrated as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti.
  • He was a member of the Bhonsle clan of Marathas.
  • Shivaji was crowned as the Chhatrapati (Monarch) in 1674 at Raigad.
  • He promoted the usage of Sanskrit and Marathi language in the court and in administration.
  • The necessity of naval force to embolden the military set up was addressed for the first time by Shivaji Maharaj. Therefore, he is known to be the Father of the Indian Navy.

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