GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

INDIAN HISTORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In the Third Battle of Panipat, who won?
A
Maratha Empire
B
Durrani Empire
C
Afghan Empire
D
Mughal Empire
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The battle lasted for several days and involved over 125, 000 troops. Protracted skirmishes occurred, with losses and gains on both sides. The forces led by Ahmad Shah Durrani came out victorious after destroying several Maratha flanks.

Detailed explanation-2: -After the Third Battle of Panipat, Madhavrao sent Mahadji Shinde, Tukoji Holkar, Ramchandra Kanade, and Visajipant Biniwale to re-establish Maratha rule in the North. They defeated the Jats, the Rohillas, and the Rajputs. Then they restored Emperor Shah Alam to the throne of Delhi under Madharao’s protection.

Detailed explanation-3: -’ The battle took place on 14 January 1761 at Panipat (now Haryana), between the Marathas, led by Sadashivrao Bhau, and the Afghan army, led by Ahmad Shah Abdali.

Detailed explanation-4: -Answer and Explanation: Maratha was betrayed during the 1761 Panipat third battle when Shuja-ud-Daulah decided to join the Afghan-Rohilla coalition, which they viewed as the army for the Muslims. This dealt a significant blow to Maratha since he relied on him for financial aid.

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