Shivaji and his son Sambhaji were imprisoned in Agra in 1666 AD. Following the Treaty of Purandar, Shivaji went to the Mughal court. When he was slighted by Aurangzeb and confined in the Jaipur Bhavan in Agra, he famously orchestrated a daring escape concealed in large sweetmeat baskets, marking a major turning point in his life. Answer is (D) Agra
In which city was Shivaji imprisoned when he escaped from Mughal captivity? (A) Delhi (B) Kanpur (C) Gwalior (D) Agra
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Following the Treaty of Purandar, Shivaji visited the Mughal court and was confined by Emperor Aurangzeb in the Jaipur Bhavan in Agra in 1666 AD. Feeling dishonoured, Shivaji determined to escape. He famously feigned illness and escaped by concealing himself and his son, Sambhaji, in large baskets supposedly containing sweetmeats intended for distribution to priests. This spectacular and legendary escape further cemented his reputation as a formidable and resourceful leader.