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UPPSC 2011 GS-1 Medieval History
Question

The Maratha King became a nonentity and the Peshwa the virtual ruler from the time of-

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Option B: Baji Rao I

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Baji Rao I”.
The Maratha King became a nonentity and the Peshwa the virtual ruler from the time of Baji Rao I.

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