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Q15 (CAPF/2024) History & Culture › Modern India (Pre-1857) › Regional successor states

Which naval forts were erected by Shivaji? 1. Suvarnadurg 2. Vijaydurg 3. Sindhudurg 4. Kolaba Select the answer using the code given below:

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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj strategically developed a network of naval forts to establish Maratha maritime dominance. Sindhudurg was constructed by Shivaji in 1664 on Kurte Island to counter naval threats from the Portuguese and Siddis. Vijaydurg, originally built in the 13th century, was significantly rebuilt and strengthened by Shivaji to serve as a major naval base. Suvarnadurg, an island fort off the Konkan coast, was captured by Shivaji in 1660 and subsequently fortified to protect the Maratha coastline. Kolaba (or Kulaba) Fort, located near Alibag, was strategically captured and developed by Shivaji as a principal naval arsenal and base. These maritime fortifications, including Khanderi, formed a critical defense system along the Konkan coast, enabling the Marathas to check piracy and collect customs duties [1].

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