Question

Write about it in your own word.

Shivaji Maharaj - a ruler concerned about the welfare of his subjects.

Answer 1

1. The main objective of Shivaji Maharaj was to make his subjects independent.
2. Conquering enemy territories and establishing dominance was his least ambition.
3. Shivaji Maharaj was aware that a disciplined administration, people’s welfare, and protection of the conquered territories were necessary to give his subjects the joy of freedom.
4. He also selected his ministers based on merit and warned them against collecting more revenue than that was fixed from the peasants.

Thus, it was clear from his administration that Shivaji Maharaj was not merely a ruler but was also concerned about the welfare of his subjects.