Correct Answer:
Option C - Shiva ji is considered as the founder and consolidator of Maratha Empire. After the Shivaji's death in 1680, Sambhaji, younger son of Shivaji ascended the throne after the success in war of succession against his elder brother Rajaram.
C. Shiva ji is considered as the founder and consolidator of Maratha Empire. After the Shivaji's death in 1680, Sambhaji, younger son of Shivaji ascended the throne after the success in war of succession against his elder brother Rajaram.