Admired for his strategies and bravery, Shivaji Maharaj, as he was popularly known in the pages of Indian history. Brave with an exemplary code of conduct,fearless in any adverse situations, warrior code of ethics, and most importantly, respecting women in any rank and file won him admiration with all the foreign invaders Shivaji was the founder of the Maratha Empire, which later became Maratha confederacy. During the course of his reign, he engaged both in alliances and hostilities with the Mughal Empire. Today, it is apt to remember one of the bravest kings of India, Chatrapathi Shivaji Maharaj!