Chatrapati Consciousness : Ignition to Warrior Spirit | Ashish Bharatvanshi | TEDxJSPMRSCOE

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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: A Symbol of India's Glorious History

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj emerged as a symbol of India's glorious history during a period of subjugation by foreign rulers.
He and his mother, Jijau, had the idea of Swaraj (self-rule) to change the fate of the enslaved country.
Shivaji Maharaj did not ask people to fight for him as a king but rather to fight for their culture, temples, and the safety of their families.
He conquered many forts within 18 days, from Pratapgad to Kolhapur, because he led from the front.
Shivaji Maharaj recognized the potential of the Mavlas, who were treated poorly in other kingdoms, and formed an army with them.
The Maratha Empire endured for over a century after Shivaji Maharaj's death because every individual in the empire was committed to the dream of Swaraj.

Shivaji Maharaj's victory over Afzal Khan boosted the morale of the Maratha forces and instilled a sense of pride and self-respect in the Maratha nation.
When the Portuguese and British stopped supplying ships, gunpowder, and cannons, Shivaji Maharaj decided to build his own navy.
Shivaji Maharaj was trapped in Panhala for six months by Adil Shah's army, but he managed to escape with the help of Baji Prabhu Deshpande.
Baji Prabhu Deshpande sacrificed his life in the Battle of Pavan Khind to ensure Shivaji Maharaj's safety.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's greatness was recognized even by his enemies, including Aurangzeb.
Aurangzeb expressed admiration for Shivaji's qualities, such as his discipline and ethics, in the play "Janata Raja."
Aurangzeb acknowledged that Shivaji had shattered his dreams of establishing Mughal rule over the entire Indian subcontinent.
Despite not having the same resources as his enemies, Shivaji achieved victories due to his strong character and the loyalty of his followers.

Shivaji Maharaj built strong forts, increased his army and weapons, but most importantly, he prepared people with strong determination who were willing to die for their cause.
Shivaji was fearless, unstoppable, and incorruptible, and he respected other religions, religious scriptures, women, and fakirs.
Shivaji Maharaj's enemies, like Aurangzeb, were fortunate to have an adversary of his caliber.
To rule effectively, one should learn from Shivaji's methods and follow his example.