Shivaji's mother, Jijabai, was queen regent because of her ability as a warrior and an administrator.
In the year
1630 AD, Shivaji Maharaj's Father Shahaji Bhosale, established the Lal Mahal for his wife Jijabai and son.
When Shahaji died, Jijabai tried to commit sati- committing suicide by burning oneself in
the husband's pyre, but Shivaji stopped her from doing so by his request.
Mata Jijabai Award for Best Urban Local body for providing services
and facilities to women, named after Mata Jijabai, mother of Shivaji, who founded the Maratha Empire in the 17th century.