Mahadaji Shinde was the fifth and the youngest son of Ranoji Rao Scindia, the founder of the Scindia dynasty.
10 Facts About Mahadaji Shinde
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Mahadaji Shinde is reputed for having restored the Maratha rule over North India and for modernizing his army.
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The Marathas under the leadership of Mahadji Shinde entered the land of Sardar Najib-ud-Daula which was held by his son Zabita Khan after the sardar's death.
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Mahadji Mahadaji Shinde captured the family of Zabita Khan, desecrated the grave of Najib ad-Dawlah and looted his fort.
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Mahadaji Shinde bound himself to pay on behalf of the Rohillas.
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Mahadaji Shinde worked with the English during the revolt of 1781 and played an important role in capturing Maharaja Chait Singh of Benares and crushing the revolt.
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Mahadaji Shinde left no heir, and was succeeded by Daulat Rao Scindia.
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Keeney, the English biographer of Mahadaji Shinde, has described Mahadaji as the greatest man in India in the 18th century.
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Mahadaji Shinde's role was instrumental in establishing Maratha supremacy over North India.
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Mahadaji Shinde Chhatri, located in Wanawadi, in Pune is a memorial dedicated to Mahadji Mahadaji Shinde.