his military organization consisted of infantry, cavalry, and navy. strict discipline, rapid movements, excellent intelligence service, and continuous attention to defense marked his military organization. he used to take utmost care to protect his subjects especially at the time of enemy invasions. shivaji maharaj was also keen to see to it that the soldiers did not in any way cause any harm to the subjects. he followed a tolerant religious policy. the greatest achievement of shivaji maharaj was to inculcate the spirit of independence in his people. by his great deeds and achievements, shivaji maharaj created an altogether new order of things. shivaji maharaj’s personality and message are as relevant today as they were in the past.