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History GK · Q12

Maratha Empire

Competitive Exams · History GK · question 12

Q12

Bajirao-I (1720-1740 AD) was the ruler of which dynasty?

A.
Nanda
B.
Peshwas
Answer
C.
Haryanka
D.
Maurya

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
Baji Rao (18 August 1700 – 28 April 1740) was a general of the Maratha Empire in India. He served as Peshwa (General) to the fifth Maratha Chhatrapati (Emperor) Shahu from 1720 until his death. He is also known by the name Bajirao Ballal.