Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was born in 1630 CE in which famous hill fortress? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was born in 1630 CE in which famous hill fortress?
A. Purandar
B. Pratapgad
C. Shivneri
D. Raigad
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Shivaji was born in the hill fort of Shivneri (near Junnar in Pune district) to Shahaji Bhosale and Jijabai.

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