English: A mural depicting the Indian Emperor Shahu, an 18th century Emperor, Statesman, Noble. Chhatrapati Shahu (1682 - 1749 CE) was the Emperor or Chhatrapati of Maratha India, de jure chief of all Maratha/Mahratta dominions. It was during his reign that the Maratha Kingdom consolidated and reached new heights; he was a good judge of character and a benevolent king. In this mural he can be seen bestowing Peshwaship upon his Peshwa (or the chief minister). The mural is atop Parvati hillock in the town of Pune, India