Question 1

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was born on February 19, 1630, at which fort?

Accepted Answer

B. Shivneri Fort. Shivaji Maharaj was born on February 19, 1630, at Shivneri Fort near Junnar in present-day Pune district. His mother Jijabai named him Shivaji after the local goddess Shivai. Shivneri Fort is now a protected monument and a major pilgrimage site for Maharashtrians.

Question 2

Who was the mother of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj?

Accepted Answer

C. Jijabai. Jijabai, daughter of Lakhuji Jadhavrao, was the mother of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. She was a deeply religious and strong-willed woman who instilled values of justice, bravery, and devotion in young Shivaji. Jijabai is revered as Rajmata (Royal Mother) throughout Maharashtra.

Question 3

Who was the father of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj?

Accepted Answer

B. Shahaji Bhosale. Shahaji Bhosale was the father of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Shahaji served as a general under the Bijapur Sultanate and held a jagir in Pune. He gave young Shivaji the Pune jagir to manage, which became the base for Shivaji's early military campaigns.

Question 4

Who was the guardian and administrator of young Shivaji who trained him in statecraft and governance?

Accepted Answer

B. Dadoji Konddeo. Dadoji Konddeo served as the guardian and administrator of young Shivaji under Shahaji's instructions. He trained Shivaji in administration, military tactics, and governance of the Pune jagir. Dadoji Konddeo played a crucial role in shaping Shivaji's early leadership qualities.

Question 5

Which spiritual saint is regarded as a major spiritual influence on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj?

Accepted Answer

C. Samarth Ramdas Swami. Samarth Ramdas Swami is traditionally regarded as a major spiritual influence and guru of Shivaji Maharaj. Ramdas Swami's philosophy of self-reliance, devotion, and service to the nation deeply inspired Shivaji. The relationship between Shivaji and Ramdas Swami symbolises the bond between political power and spiritual guidance.

Maratha Empire & Shivaji — Set 1