KRIGYAN

The Rise of the Marathas

Class 8 · Social Science

1 idea in Class 8 Social Science, explained in plain words, with games and quizzes to practise.

Chhatrapati Shivaji and the Maratha Empire

Part of: Tapestry of the Past

Shivaji born 1630 (Bhonsle clan, to Shahji and Jijabai). Age 16: first military campaigns. 1657: founded Maratha navy. 1674: coronation at Raigad Fort (formal start of Maratha Empire). 1677: Dakshina digvijaya. 1680: Shivaji died. 1761: Battle of Panipat — Maratha defeat. 1775–1782: First Anglo-Maratha War — Maratha victory. 1818: Third Anglo-Maratha war — end of Maratha power. Maharashtra bhakti saints: Dnyaneshwar, Namdev, Tukaram, Ramdas.

Why it matters. The Marathas were the last great Indian power before the British takeover — understanding their rise and fall is essential for appreciating India's colonial history.

Try it in two minutes

  1. Ask: when and where was Chhatrapati Shivaji born?
  2. Ask: when was Shivaji's coronation and where?
  3. Ask: which battle ended Maratha power?

Try at home. Ask your child to name two bhakti saints of Maharashtra and one of their contributions.

What your child will practise

  • Chhatrapati Shivaji and the Maratha Empire: Desert Quick Fire (Quick Fire)
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji and the Maratha Empire: Explorer'S Map Quest (Match It Up)
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji and the Maratha Empire: Jungle Puzzle (Clue Puzzle)
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji and the Maratha Empire: Time Travel Quest (Collect the Answer)
  • Quiz: Chhatrapati Shivaji and the Maratha Empire (8 questions)