Why did the iconic Hindu king who founded the Maratha Empire write a letter to his greatest adversary, Aurangzeb? Was it merely a gesture of admiration, or did it conceal a deeper political strategy? As we dive into Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's final correspondence with the Mughal emperor, we’ll explore the controversial Jizya tax imposed on Hindus and uncover the layers of significance behind Shivaji Maharaj’s words. History can be a puzzle, often obscured by time and bias....