Islamic Resistance Resistance to Mughal Imperial Rule

Shivaji

"Chhatrapati of the Marathas from 1674 to 1680"

Region 📍 Deccan

Opponent ⚔️ Adilshahi Sultanate

Biography

Shivaji I was an Indian ruler and a member of the Bhonsle dynasty. Shivaji inherited a jagir from his father who served as a retainer for the Sultanate of Bijapur, which later formed the genesis of the Maratha Kingdom. In 1674, he was formally crowned the Chhatrapati of his realm at Raigad Fort.

Notable Conflict

Battle of Pratapgad

Year: 1659

Era of Resistance

Historical Context

Resistance to Mughal Imperial Rule

Timeline

1526–1857

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