Why did Shivaji have many wives?

Why did Shivaji Maharaj had 8 wives? Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was great follower of Lord Rama. Rama was a one-woman man, but our Maharaj had 8 wives due to some reasons that were for the benefit the people of swarajya. Chhatrapati Shivaji’s first marriage took place when he was 6 to 8 years old.

How many wife Shivaji Maharaj had?

Many are unaware of the fact that Chattrapati Shivaji Maharaj has eight wives. His first wife was Saibai also known as Nimbalkar. The names of the other wives were Soyarabai, Mohite, Putalabai, Palkar, Sakvarbi Gaikwad, Sangunabai, and Kashibai Jadhav. His first wife Saibai bore him Sambhaji and three daughters.

Who was Shivaji’s Favourite wife?

Saibai remained Shivaji’s favourite till he died.

Who is Tara Rani in Maratha?

Tarabai Bhonsle was the wife of Rajaram Bhonsale, the third Chhatrapati of the Maratha Empire. Following the death of Rajaram, she became the regent of the empire from 1700 to 1708. She is widely known for role in keeping alive the flame of Maratha resistance against the invading Mughal Empire.

Who had 100 wives in India?

Maharaja Bhupinder Singh built a ‘Leela-Bhavan’ in Patiala, where only naked people were allowed. This palace is built in Patiala city on the road leading to Bhupendra Nagar, close to the Bahudari Bagh. According to historians the Maharaja had a total of 365 queens, including 10 authorized queens.

Which Indian king has more wives?

In 1997, Ziona succeeded his father Chana, who in turn had succeeded Khuangtuaha in 1966. He had 39 wives, 94 children, 14 daughters-in-law, 33 grandchildren and one great grandchild; 181 family members in total and counting. His family and their four-story residence are one of the major tourist attractions in Mizoram.