The landmark historical treaty of Purandar (1665 CE) was signed between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and which Mughal general representing Aurangzeb? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The landmark historical treaty of Purandar (1665 CE) was signed between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and which Mughal general representing Aurangzeb?
A. Mirza Raja Jai Singh I
B. Mir Jumla
C. Shaista Khan
D. Jaswant Singh
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Mirza Raja Jai Singh I of Amber cornered Shivaji at the Purandar fort, leading to the Treaty of Purandar, under which Shivaji agreed to surrender 23 of his forts to the Mughals.

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