QUESTION 1 OF 11
The Maratha Empire's founder, Shivaji, was crowned as Chhatrapati at which fort in 1674?
Explanation: Shivaji, founder of the Maratha Empire, was crowned Chhatrapati at the fort of Raigad in 1674.
QUESTION 2 OF 11
Shivaji's administrative council of eight ministers was known as the:
Explanation: Shivaji's council of eight ministers, aiding in administration, was known as the Ashtapradhan.
QUESTION 3 OF 11
The Maratha taxes known as "Chauth" and "Sardeshmukhi" were levied primarily on:
Explanation: The Maratha taxes Chauth and Sardeshmukhi were levied as tribute on neighboring territories outside direct Maratha rule.
QUESTION 4 OF 11
Which Peshwa is regarded as having significantly expanded Maratha power to its peak extent?
Explanation: Peshwa Baji Rao I is regarded as having significantly expanded Maratha power to its territorial peak.
QUESTION 5 OF 11
The Third Battle of Panipat (1761) was fought between the Marathas and:
Explanation: The Third Battle of Panipat (1761) was fought between the Marathas and Ahmad Shah Abdali (Durrani) of Afghanistan.
QUESTION 6 OF 11
Sambhaji, Shivaji's son and successor as Maratha ruler, was eventually captured and executed by:
Explanation: Sambhaji, Shivaji's son and successor, was eventually captured and executed by Aurangzeb's Mughal forces.
QUESTION 7 OF 11
The medieval Maratha administrator and later Peshwa Balaji Vishwanath is credited with strengthening which system of governance?
Explanation: Peshwa Balaji Vishwanath is credited with strengthening the Peshwa-led collective Maratha confederacy system.
QUESTION 8 OF 11
The medieval Maratha general Mahadji Shinde (Scindia) played a key role in extending Maratha influence into which northern region?
Explanation: Maratha general Mahadji Shinde (Scindia) played a key role in extending Maratha influence into Delhi and northern India.
QUESTION 9 OF 11
The medieval Holkar dynasty of the Maratha confederacy had its capital/seat at:
Explanation: The Holkar dynasty of the Maratha confederacy had its capital/seat at Indore.
QUESTION 10 OF 11
The medieval Gaekwad dynasty of the Maratha confederacy ruled from which princely capital?
Explanation: The Gaekwad dynasty of the Maratha confederacy ruled from their princely capital at Baroda.
QUESTION 11 OF 11
The medieval Bhonsle dynasty of the Maratha confederacy, distinct from Shivaji's line, ruled from which city?
Explanation: The Bhonsle dynasty of Nagpur, distinct from Shivaji's own line, was another major branch of the Maratha confederacy.