Top 10 GK questions on Chattrapati Shivaji Maharaj- Take this quiz to know their answers

Today is the death anniversary of one of the most remarkable rulers in history, Chattrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Born in a family of Maratha rulers, Shivaji acquired leadership skills in his childhood. Growing up he established progressive civil rule with well-structured administration. He is also known for developing Guerilla war techniques that helped the Marathas during the war.

The below quiz questions about the founder of the Maratha Kingdom will help you gain some insight into his early life and contribution. So, let’s get started; 

1. When was Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj born? 

1.  19th Feb 1630
2. 15th April 1766
3. 20th March 1645
4. 18th Jan 1789

    Ans. A. 19th Feb 1630

2.  In which year did Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj pass away?

1. 1780
2. 1789
3. 1680
4. 1687

 Ans. C. 1680

3. Where did Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj die? 

1. Raigad Fort, Maharashtra
2. Amer Fort, Jaipur
3. Red Fort, Delhi
4. Pratapgad Fort, Pune

Ans. A. Raigad Fort, Maharashtra

4. What was Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's most famous military achievement?

1. Guerilla warfare tactics
2. Establishment of the Maratha Empire
3. Both
4. None of the above

Ans. C. Both 

Explanation: The establishment of the Maratha Empire and its successful Guerilla warfare tactics were considered one of the most famous military achievements of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. 

5. In which fort was Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj born?

1. Shivneri Fort, Maharashtra
2. Raigad Fort, Maharashtra
3. Red Fort, Delhi
4. Pratapgad Fort, Pune

Ans. A. Shivneri Fort, Maharashtra

6. What was the name of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's mother?

1. Jijabai Bhonsle
2. Putalabai Bhonsle
3. Soyarabai Bhosale
4. Sakvarbai 

Ans. A. Jijabai Bhonsle

7. What was the real name of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj?

1. Shivaji Bhonsle
2. Shiva Bhonsle
3. Shivaji Shah Bhonsle
4. None of the above

Ans. Shivaji Bhonsle

8. Who succeeded Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj as the ruler of the Maratha Empire after his death?

1. Sambhaji
2. Shahji
3. Rajaram I
4. None of the above

Ans. Sambhaji 

Explanation: After Chhatrapati Shivaji’s death his son, Sambhaji was appointed as the leader of the Maratha Kingdom. 

9. What was the name of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's father?

1. Shahaji Bhonsle
2. Sai Bhonsle
3. Vyankoji Bhosale
4. None of the above

Ans. Shahaji Bhonsle

10. Who was the first wife of Shivaji?

1. Saibai
2. Sagunabai
3. Laxmibai
4. Gunwantabai

 Ans. A. Saibai

Conclusion 

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