Shivaji Maharaj –The Great Indian Leader
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Shivaji Bhosale, also known as Chhatrapati Shivaji Raje Bhosale, was a Marathi king and founder of the Maratha Empire in western India in 1674. He successfully challenged the Bijapur Sultanate and Mughal Empire to establish an independent Maratha kingdom. He was an innovative military commander who developed effective tactics, expanded territories through strategic forts, and established highly mobile cavalry and infantry units. Through his leadership skills, administrative abilities, and focus on meritocracy, Shivaji laid the foundations for the future Maratha empire and established himself as a revered leader in Indian history.
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Shivaji Maharaj –The Great Indian Leader
- 1. CHHATRAPATI SHIVAJI MAHARAJ –THE GREAT INDIAN LEADER
- 2. Presented by : 1. Shreya Jain roll no 67 2. Vinit Pimputkar roll no 79 3. Salil Samant roll no 60 4. Ujjwala Pai roll no 76 5. Rohit Parker roll no 55 6. Ruchira Gaikwad roll no 58
- 4. INTRODUCTION Shivaji Bhosale, also known as Chhatrapati Shivaji Raje Bhosale. Shivaji was the founder of Maratha Empire in western India in 1674 Born: February 19, 1627 Died: April 3, 1680 Father: Shahaji Mother: Jijabai Shivaji with his ideology of Hindavi Swaraj (Freedom for Hindustan) decided to directly challenge Bijapur Sultanate rule and eventually the Mughal empire to established the Maratha Samrajya or the Maratha kingdom for there Marathas, by the Marathas and of the Marathas.
- 5. Leadership Qualities An example of this is how readily his men like Baji Prabhu Deshpande and others volunteered to face even the likelihood of certain death at Ghod Khind to help Shivaji continue the fight of independence – eliciting such heroism from followers cannot be mandates, it can only be inspired by : Purity of character Noble Awe inspiring leadership and A truly shared vision for homeland.
- 6. An innovator and an Able commander He successfully used effective tactics Strategic expansion of territories and forts Formation of highly mobile cavalry Infantry units Adaptation of strategic battle plans and formations, Whereby he succeeded in out- manoeuvring, time and again, his vastly bigger and highly determined enemies.
- 7. Skills Shivaji Mharaj’s kingdom served as a Hindu bulwark against Mughal powers within India. His brilliant strategic- (ganimi kava) Tactical management on battlefields, Acute management and Administrative skills helped him to lay the foundations of the future Maratha empire in India.
- 8. ACHIEVEMENTS Clash with the Mughals- AFZAL DEATH- Attack on SHAISTA KHAN- Battle of Pratapgarh Battle of Kolhapur Siege of Panhala and Battle of Pavan Khind Treaty of Purandar Arrest in Agra and escape
- 9. Disturbed by his continuing success, Adilshahi sent a famous Sardar, 'Afzal khan' to capture Shivaji – dead or alive Huge army – destruction of temples Shivaji’s meeting at Pratapgad Prays to Bhavani Mata Afzal killed using “Bichwa” (Tiger claws)
- 10. Encounter with Shaista Khan – Delhi sent next Khan to punish Shivaji Raje was Shaista Khan. Destruction of property Shivaji along with a few people created chaos in his living quarters
- 11. Shaista is lucky- He only loses his Fingers
- 12. Forts achieved Rajgad Torana Kondana Purandar Sindhudurga Sinhagad Western ghats And many more ..
- 14. Broad Principles of Shivaji’s Administration The defence of the country (Swarajya) should be given highest priority through a network of well garrisoned land and marine forts, a strong army and a navy. In view of peculiar geographical features of Maharashtra specially kokan region this was the best means of protecting the land from hostile powers. All posts were to be filled on the basis of merit and not heredity, caste or religion. Revenue collection was to be direct, i.e. by the state, through its own agencies and departments and through middleman of any type. During war and in course of raids in the enemy territory the women, children and religion places were not to suffer any harm or damage.
- 15. TRAITS OF HIS GREAT LEADERSHIP DEMOCRATIC-HIS POLICIES were clearly defined for only and only welfare of society Inspired his own people Paternalistic- Fair administration- taxation Thinking out of the box Sharp brain good presence of mind great vision Superb spy network An innovator and able commander
- 16. THE GREAT KING.. Meritocracy- Leading by example- Superb spy network- Promoted commerce- All around development- Constant vigilant-
- 17. Conclusion He was the type of the real son of India representing the true consciousness of the nation. Shivaji embodied all the qualities that politicians should possess in 21st century India. He was just, firm and stood for the weak; he was an honest and able administration. Even today he rules the heart of Indian people.
- 18. JAI BHAVANI.. JAI SHIVAJI..