Treaty of Purandar (1665)

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Treaty of Purandar (1665)

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The 1665 agreement between Mughal forces and Shivaji following the siege of Purandar.

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Origins & Early Life

The Treaty of Purandar was signed on 11 June 1665, between Jai Singh I, commander of the Mughal Empire, and Shivaji, commander of the Maratha Empire. Shivaji was forced to sign the agreement after Jai Singh besieged Purandar fort. Following Shivaji's rebellion and hostilities against the Mughal Empire in collaboration with the Adilshahi dynasty, Aurangzeb sent his senior most general Mirza Raja Jai Singh to subdue Shivaji Maharaj and the Adil Shahi dynasty. Jai Singh besieged Purandar fort in 1665.

Career & Major Achievements

He conquered the neighbouring Vajragad fort in the middle of April. He surrounded Purandar and attacked the walls of the fort with cannons. The Marathas suffered heavy casualties.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

Due to this, Shivaji decided to meet Jai Singh and accept the terms of peace. Shivaji is noted to have said when receiving Jai Singh: "I have come as a guilty slave to seek forgiveness, and it is for you either to pardon or to kill me at your pleasure. I will make over my great forts, with the country of Konkan, to the Emperor's officers, and I will send you my son to enter the imperial service.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1665: 1665 Milestone — The Treaty of Purandar was signed on 11 June 1665, between Jai Singh I, commander of the Mughal Empire, and Shivaji, commander of the Maratha Empire.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Treaty of Purandar (1665)

True or False: “True or false: The Treaty of Purandar was signed because Shivaji successfully defeated Jai Singh's forces in open battle.”

Answer (FALSE ❌): False. The treaty was signed after Jai Singh besieged Purandar fort and the Marathas suffered heavy casualties, forcing Shivaji to accept peace terms.

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