Chh. Shivaji Maharaj & Swarajya | Rohit Pawar | TATS with Shardul and Omkar #amuktamuk

When we think of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, we often think of bravery and wars, but we rarely talk about the economy behind Swarajya. In this episode, we discuss the economic system during Maharaj’s time, sources of income, tax systems, and how farmers, traders, and common people lived their daily lives. We also talk about how expenses for war, administration, and public welfare were managed, and clear common misconceptions about Chauth and Sardeshmukhi. This episode encourages us to think about what we can learn from history for today. Do watch the full episode.
Credits:Guest: Rohit Pawar, Author.Hosts: Omkar Jadhav, Shardul Kadam.Editor: Rohit Landage.Edit Assistant: Nisarga, Priyanka Thosar, Rameshwar Garkal.Content Manager: Sohan Mane.Social Media Manager: Sonali Gokhale.Social Media Executive: Varada Sane.Legal Advisor: Savani Vaze.Business Development Manager: Sai Kher.About The Hosts: Shardul Kadam:Co-founder, Amuk Tamuk Podcast Network Podcast Host | Market Researcher | Political Communication ConsultantWith over 10 years of experience in decoding customer and market insights for startups and content platforms. Former media agency head with a ₹3 Cr turnover and a 20-member team.Worked with 20+ startups on market feasibility studies. Authored papers on digital consumption behaviour and strategy.Consulted on digital content with brands like BhaDiPa, Viacom18 Marathi, Cred (YouTube), and Chitale Bandhu.Visiting Faculty at Symbiosis Centre for Media & Communication (SCMC).Omkar Jadhav:Co-founder – Amuk Tamuk Podcast NetworkPodcast Host | Writer | Director | Actor | YouTube & Podcast ConsultantWith 8+ years in digital content, former Content & Programming Head at BhaDiPa & Vishay Khol.Directed 100+ sketches, 3 web series & non-fiction shows including Aai & Me, Jhoom, 9 to 5, Oddvata.Creative Producer – BErojgaar | Asst. Director – The Kerala StoryHost of Khuspus – a podcast on taboo and uncomfortable topics.Visiting Faculty – Ranade Institute, Pune University.Connect with us: Twitter: https://twitter.com/amuk_tamukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/amuktamuk/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amuktamukpodcastsSpotify: The Amuk Tamuk Show 00:00 - Introduction 03:37 - Economy & Income Sources in the 17th century 08:12 - How Maharaj reformed the revenue collection 10:32 - Taxation Policy & Human Approach (Adilshahi/Mughal vs Maharaj) 15:49 - Land Grading & Measurement 18:08 - Rajyabhishek, Surcharges & Special Taxes 20:10 - Disaster Management for Farmers 21:48 - Emergency Reserve Funds 23:46 - Currency System (शिवराई आणि होण) 27:30 - Increased tax on Portuguese salt to protect local salt makers31:51 - Economics of गडकिल्ले 34:06 - Salary Structure of अष्टप्रधान मंडळ 37:19 - Shivaji Maharaj's spending habits 39:43 - Anti-Corruption Measures 43:16 - Trade Deals with Foreign Powers 50:06 - Banking & Money Lending (Savkari) 51:49 - The Navy (Armar) & Trade 54:32 - Why Shivaji Maharaj is relevant to today