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The Legacy of the Maratha Confederacy

Description: The Maratha Confederacy was a powerful Indian empire that existed from the 17th to the 19th century. It was founded by Shivaji, a Maratha warrior who rebelled against the Mughal Empire. The Maratha Confederacy reached its peak under the leadership of Peshwa Baji Rao I in the 18th century. It was eventually defeated by the British East India Company in the Anglo-Maratha Wars.
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Who founded the Maratha Confederacy?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Peshwa Baji Rao I

  3. Nana Sahib

  4. Tantia Tope


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shivaji was a Maratha warrior who rebelled against the Mughal Empire and founded the Maratha Confederacy in the 17th century.

Which Maratha ruler reached the peak of the Maratha Confederacy?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Peshwa Baji Rao I

  3. Nana Sahib

  4. Tantia Tope


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Peshwa Baji Rao I was the most powerful ruler of the Maratha Confederacy. He expanded the empire and defeated the Mughal Empire in several battles.

What was the capital of the Maratha Confederacy?

  1. Pune

  2. Satara

  3. Kolhapur

  4. Nagpur


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Satara was the capital of the Maratha Confederacy. It was a major political and cultural center.

Which Maratha ruler fought against the British East India Company in the Anglo-Maratha Wars?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Peshwa Baji Rao I

  3. Nana Sahib

  4. Tantia Tope


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Nana Sahib was a Maratha ruler who fought against the British East India Company in the Anglo-Maratha Wars. He was one of the leaders of the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

Which Maratha ruler was captured and executed by the British East India Company?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Peshwa Baji Rao I

  3. Nana Sahib

  4. Tantia Tope


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tantia Tope was a Maratha ruler who was captured and executed by the British East India Company. He was one of the leaders of the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

What was the legacy of the Maratha Confederacy?

  1. It helped to unify India

  2. It promoted Marathi culture

  3. It weakened the Mughal Empire

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Maratha Confederacy helped to unify India, promoted Marathi culture, and weakened the Mughal Empire.

Which Maratha ruler is known as the 'Lion of Maharashtra'?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Peshwa Baji Rao I

  3. Nana Sahib

  4. Tantia Tope


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shivaji is known as the 'Lion of Maharashtra' for his bravery and military prowess.

Which Maratha ruler is known as the 'Peshwa'?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Peshwa Baji Rao I

  3. Nana Sahib

  4. Tantia Tope


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Peshwa Baji Rao I is known as the 'Peshwa' because he was the prime minister of the Maratha Confederacy.

Which Maratha ruler is known as the 'Nana Sahib'?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Peshwa Baji Rao I

  3. Nana Sahib

  4. Tantia Tope


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Nana Sahib is known as the 'Nana Sahib' because he was the adopted son of Peshwa Baji Rao II.

Which Maratha ruler is known as the 'Tantia Tope'?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Peshwa Baji Rao I

  3. Nana Sahib

  4. Tantia Tope


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tantia Tope is known as the 'Tantia Tope' because he was a military leader in the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

Which Maratha ruler is known as the 'Maratha Washington'?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Peshwa Baji Rao I

  3. Nana Sahib

  4. Tantia Tope


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Shivaji is known as the 'Maratha Washington' because he is considered to be the father of the Maratha Confederacy.

Which Maratha ruler is known as the 'Maratha Napoleon'?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Peshwa Baji Rao I

  3. Nana Sahib

  4. Tantia Tope


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Peshwa Baji Rao I is known as the 'Maratha Napoleon' because he was a brilliant military leader who expanded the Maratha Confederacy.

Which Maratha ruler is known as the 'Maratha Cromwell'?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Peshwa Baji Rao I

  3. Nana Sahib

  4. Tantia Tope


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Nana Sahib is known as the 'Maratha Cromwell' because he was a ruthless leader who fought against the British East India Company in the Anglo-Maratha Wars.

Which Maratha ruler is known as the 'Maratha Garibaldi'?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Peshwa Baji Rao I

  3. Nana Sahib

  4. Tantia Tope


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tantia Tope is known as the 'Maratha Garibaldi' because he was a charismatic leader who fought against the British East India Company in the Anglo-Maratha Wars.

Which Maratha ruler is known as the 'Maratha Bismarck'?

  1. Shivaji

  2. Peshwa Baji Rao I

  3. Nana Sahib

  4. Tantia Tope


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Peshwa Baji Rao I is known as the 'Maratha Bismarck' because he was a skilled diplomat who expanded the Maratha Confederacy through alliances and treaties.

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