How many wives did Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj have? You will be surprised to know:

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj founded the Maratha Empire. During his reign, the Marathas shook the roots of the Mughal Empire. Mughal emperor Aurangzeb also praised Shivaji's bravery. Shivaji Maharaj and his army were experts in guerilla warfare, which created an atmosphere of fear among the Mughal soldiers.

Why is Shivaji in the news these days?

Shivaji is in the news right now because this month (April) is his death anniversary. On the occasion of his death anniversary, Home Minister Amit Shah also attended a program organized at Raigad Fort in Maharashtra. Earlier, Amit Shah said, 'I pay my respects to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of Hindu Swaraj, the great protector of the flag of religion, the epitome of service and bravery, on his death anniversary. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj inspired the countrymen to protect their motherland by strengthening the sense of pride in their religion and culture. The values of public service established by Shivaji Maharaj, who made the concept of Hindu Swaraj a reality, will always be remembered.'

How many wives did Shivaji have?

Chhatrapati Shivaji had 8 wives, of which Saibai was his first wife. Shivaji had a son named Sambhaji from Saibai, who grew up to be a thorn in the side of Aurangzeb. Apart from this, Shivaji's wives were Soyrabai, Putlabai, Sakvarbai Gaekwad, Kashibai Jadhav, Mohite, Sangunabai and Palkar.

Shivaji and Soyrabai had a son named Rajaram, who became Chhatrapati after the death of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.

Also know about the personal life of Shivaji Maharaj

Shivaji Maharaj was born on 19 February 1630 in Shivneri Fort. His father Shahaji Bhosale was the commander of Bijapur and his mother Jijabai was a pious woman. Shivaji learned all the qualities and developed war skills from his mother.

Shivaji died of severe fever and dysentery on April 3, 1680 in the Raigad fort. He devoted his entire life to the service of humanity and the rise of Hinduism. Even the Mughal Empire acknowledged his bravery.