Dadaji Kondadev was Shivaji’s political guru and guardian. He was a skilled administrator who managed the Jagir (estate) of Shivaji’s father, Shahaji, in Pune. Kondadev trained Shivaji in land revenue, justice and administration, providing him with the essential skills for effective governance of the future Maratha state. Answer is (A) Dadaji Kondadev
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Dadaji Kondadev was the esteemed political guru and administrator entrusted with the care and education of young Shivaji by his father, Shahaji Bhonsle. Kondadev trained Shivaji in all aspects of statecraft, including revenue management, land survey and judicial administration, while managing the family’s Pune Jagir. His tutelage provided Shivaji with the foundational knowledge of civil administration and justice, which were implemented in the Maratha state alongside the moral and religious ideals taught by his mother, Jijabai.