Question

Contemporary Mughal historian Khafikhan describes Maharani Tarabai as an intelligent and knowledgeable woman. Justify.

Answer 1

Instructions:
Explain the following points:

• Maharani Tarabai joining Swaraj Mission
• Death of Rajaram Maharaj
• Military policies adopted by Maharani Tarabai

Solution:

• Maharani Tarabai was Rajaram Maharaj's capable wife. She was known for efficiently managing the army and administration during her husband's rule.
• She stepped forward to lead the Swaraj movement in extremely difficult circumstances after the death of Rajaram Maharaj.
• She fought for seven years with the help of her Sardars against the Mughals. She handled the administration herself while Sardars participated in the Swaraj mission.
• She expanded the war areas further into the Mughal empire when Aurangazeb captured Satara and Panhala. She also added force to the Maratha campaigns through techniques such as the Guerilla technique and the Safe deposit locker system.

Thus, she was considered to have carried on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's valour legacy and displayed the qualities of knowledge and intelligence.