Shivaji's Peaceful Kingdoms: The Treaty of Purandar and After

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore a pivotal yet often overlooked period in Shivaji Maharaj's life: the year after the Treaty of Purandar in 1665. After surrendering 23 forts to the Mughals, Shivaji agreed to serve as a Mughal vassal under Aurangzeb. But the treaty was not surrender—it was a strategic pause. Lucas explains how Shivaji used this time to rebuild his army, renegotiate with Jai Singh I, and prepare for his fateful visit to Agra. Along the way, they discuss the terms of the treaty, Shivaji's tactical cunning, and the brewing tensions that led to his dramatic escape. Specifics include the role of Raja Jai Singh I, the payment of chauth and sardeshmukhi, and the quiet fort-building that continued even as peace was sworn. #ShivajiMaharaj #TreatyOfPurandar #Aurangzeb #JaiSinghI #MughalMaratha #Swarajya #Chauth #Sardeshmukhi #Deccan #FortSurrender #MughalVassal #AgraEscape #17thCentury #IndianHistory #MarathaEmpire #FexingoHistory #History #SouthAsia #HindaviSwarajya #RaigadFort Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo