The Founder of the Maratha Empire

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Who is considered to be the founder of the Maratha Empire?

  1. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

  2. Peshwa Bajirao I

  3. Sambhaji Maharaj

  4. Rajaram Chhatrapati


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is widely regarded as the founder of the Maratha Empire.

In which year did Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj establish the Maratha Empire?

  1. 1674

  2. 1664

  3. 1680

  4. 1690


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj established the Maratha Empire in 1674.

Which fort is considered to be the birthplace of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj?

  1. Raigad Fort

  2. Pratapgad Fort

  3. Shivneri Fort

  4. Torna Fort


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Shivneri Fort is considered to be the birthplace of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

What was the capital of the Maratha Empire during the reign of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj?

  1. Raigad

  2. Pune

  3. Satara

  4. Kolhapur


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Raigad was the capital of the Maratha Empire during the reign of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

Which Mughal emperor did Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj defeat in the Battle of Pratapgad?

  1. Aurangzeb

  2. Shah Jahan

  3. Jahangir

  4. Akbar


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj defeated Afzal Khan, the Mughal general, in the Battle of Pratapgad.

What was the title given to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj after his coronation in 1674?

  1. Chhatrapati

  2. Shivaji Maharaj

  3. Maratha Raja

  4. Hindupad Padshahi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was given the title of Chhatrapati after his coronation in 1674.

Which Maratha general is known for his victory in the Battle of Panipat in 1761?

  1. Peshwa Bajirao I

  2. Sambhaji Maharaj

  3. Rajaram Chhatrapati

  4. Sadashivrao Bhau


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sadashivrao Bhau is known for his victory in the Battle of Panipat in 1761.

What was the name of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's mother?

  1. Jijabai

  2. Soyrabai

  3. Putalabai

  4. Sakvarbai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's mother was Jijabai.

Which Maratha ruler is known for his administrative reforms and the introduction of the Ashta Pradhan Mandal?

  1. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

  2. Peshwa Bajirao I

  3. Sambhaji Maharaj

  4. Rajaram Chhatrapati


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Peshwa Bajirao I is known for his administrative reforms and the introduction of the Ashta Pradhan Mandal.

What was the name of the Maratha navy chief during the reign of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj?

  1. Kanhoji Angre

  2. Shivaji Maharaj

  3. Peshwa Bajirao I

  4. Sambhaji Maharaj


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kanhoji Angre was the Maratha navy chief during the reign of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

Which Maratha ruler is known for his victory in the Battle of Kharda in 1795?

  1. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

  2. Peshwa Bajirao I

  3. Sambhaji Maharaj

  4. Mahadji Shinde


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mahadji Shinde is known for his victory in the Battle of Kharda in 1795.

What was the name of the Maratha ruler who signed the Treaty of Bassein with the British in 1802?

  1. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

  2. Peshwa Bajirao I

  3. Sambhaji Maharaj

  4. Baji Rao II


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Baji Rao II signed the Treaty of Bassein with the British in 1802.

Which Maratha ruler is known for his role in the Third Anglo-Maratha War?

  1. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

  2. Peshwa Bajirao I

  3. Sambhaji Maharaj

  4. Baji Rao II


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Baji Rao II is known for his role in the Third Anglo-Maratha War.

What was the name of the Maratha ruler who was exiled to Bithur after the Third Anglo-Maratha War?

  1. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

  2. Peshwa Bajirao I

  3. Sambhaji Maharaj

  4. Nana Sahib


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nana Sahib was exiled to Bithur after the Third Anglo-Maratha War.

Which Maratha ruler is known for his role in the Indian Rebellion of 1857?

  1. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

  2. Peshwa Bajirao I

  3. Sambhaji Maharaj

  4. Nana Sahib


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nana Sahib is known for his role in the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

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