Why did Shivaji agree to surrender 23 forts?

The Mughal siege of Purandar was so effective that Shivaji realized his remaining forts and family were at risk, making the treaty a strategic survival move.

Mughal-Maratha Conflict

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: Treaty of Purandar (1665) was signed with which Mughal General?

The Treaty of Purandar was signed in 1665 between the Maratha ruler Shivaji and the Mughal General Raja Jai Singh I. Under this treaty, Shivaji surrendered 23 forts and his son Sambhaji was made a Mughal mansabdar.

Exam Year

2009

Evidence Source

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ID: MED_MAR_2009_81 Ref: Satish Chandra, History of Medieval India