Which naval forts were erected by Shivaji?

1. Suvarnadurg

2. Vijayadurg

3. Sindhudurg

4. Kolaba

Select the answer using code given below:

The correct answer is Option 1

Key Points Forts which were erected by Shivaji:

• Suvarnadurg:
  • Suvarnadurg is a fort located on the western coast of India. Shivaji captured and strengthened this fort as part of his naval defense, but it is not clear if he originally erected it. However, it is closely associated with his naval ambitions.
• Vijayadurg:
  • Vijayadurg is one of the oldest forts on the western coast and was significantly expanded and fortified by Shivaji. It served as a key naval base for the Maratha navy under Shivaji.
• Sindhudurg:
  • Sindhudurg was specifically built by Shivaji in 1664 on an island in the Arabian Sea to establish a strong naval presence. It is one of the most important forts constructed by Shivaji for maritime defense.
• Kolaba:
  • Kolaba Fort (also known as Kulaba Fort) was constructed by Shivaji near the town of Alibag. This fort served as an important naval base and was specifically built by Shivaji.
• All four forts are associated with Shivaji, with Sindhudurg and Kolaba being explicitly erected by him, and Suvarnadurg and Vijayadurg being significantly expanded or fortified under his rule. 
• Hence, the correct answer is  1, 2, 3 and 4.