Mughal-Maratha War - 3 Minute History

The video covers the period from Shivaji's death in 1680 to the division of the Maratha states after Aurangzeb's death in 1707. It details Sambahji's rise to power, his military campaigns, and the Mughal response under Aurangzeb. The Mughals' focus on the Deccan sultanates led to the sieges of Bijapur and Golconda. After Sambahji's execution, Rajaram took over, leading to the prolonged siege of Jinji. Tarabai's leadership saw a Maratha resurgence despite Mughal advances. The release of Shahuji by Aurangzeb's successor led to a division in the Maratha states, marking a new phase in their history.

Who did Shivaji want to inherit the throne after his death?

• His nephew

• His brother

• His younger son

• His eldest son, Sambahji

What was the outcome of the Mughal siege of Bijapur?

• Bijapur successfully resisted the siege

• Bijapur became independent

• Bijapur allied with the Maratha

• Bijapur fell and was brought under Mughal control

What happened to Sambahji after the Battle of Wai?

• He was crowned as the Mughal emperor

• He was captured and executed

• He fled to the south

• He formed an alliance with the Portuguese

Who took over the Maratha leadership after Rajaram's death?

• Aurangzeb

• Tarabai

• Sambahji

• Shivaji II

What was the impact of Aurangzeb's death on the Mughal Empire?

• The Mughal Empire became a republic

• The Mughal Empire formed an alliance with the Maratha

• The Mughal Empire began to fall apart

• The Mughal Empire expanded further