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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: Through the Eyes of a French Physician Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the legendary Maratha warrior king, continues to captivate hearts and minds centuries after his reign. While his military prowess and strategic brilliance are well-documented, a unique perspective on his life comes from an unexpected source: Francois Bernier, a French physician who served in the court of the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. This blog post delves into the insights offered by Bernier's writings, as presented in the video, providing a glimpse into Shivaji Maharaj's character and impact through the eyes of a contemporary observer. Francois Bernier: An Unlikely Witness Bernier, a keen observer of the political landscape of 17th-century India, found himself in a position to witness the growing influence of Shivaji Maharaj. As Aurangzeb's personal physician, he was privy to the anxieties and strategies of the Mughal court, particularly concerning the ...