Shivaji Maharaj's Daughters: The Warrior Women Behind the Throne

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the often-overlooked roles of Shivaji Maharaj's daughters—Sakhubai Nimbalkar, Ranubai Jadhav, Ambikabai Mahadik, and Rajkumari Shivajiraje Bhosale. They discuss how these women navigated political marriages, managed estates, and wielded soft power in the Maratha Empire. Drawing on Marathi bakhars and family letters, the hosts reveal that Shivaji's daughters were not passive pawns but active participants in consolidating Hindavi Swarajya. The episode touches on the strategic alliances forged through marriage, the management of granted villages (mokasa and inam), and the legacy of these women in Maratha history. Unlike previous episodes on battles and forts, this conversation shines a light on the domestic and diplomatic front, showing how Shivaji's family ties strengthened his realm. Listeners will gain a nuanced understanding of gender roles in 17th-century Maharashtra and the real political weight carried by these royal women. #ShivajiMaharaj #MarathaEmpire #HindaviSwarajya #MarathaHistory #SakhubaiNimbalkar #RanubaiJadhav #AmbikabaiMahadik #RajkumariShivajiraje #WomenInHistory #MarathaWomen #Mokasa #Inam #Bakhar #SouthAsia #17thCentury #GenderHistory #History #FexingoHistory Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo