Q. Who maintained the Jedhe Shakawali for Maratha Empire’s early political history?
Answer: Jedhe Deshmukhs
Notes: Jedhe Shakawali was kept by Jedhe Deshmukhs of Kari, near Bhor, Pune, detailing 1618–1697 Maratha events. Edited first by B.G. Tilak, it is key for Maratha chronology. Jedhes supported Shivaji and held forts like Raireshwar. It uses Shaka era dates and covers major political milestones.