INDIAN HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Under Peshwa Balaji Baji Rao, the son of Baji Rao I, the Maratha empire reached its greatest extent with a territory of over 250 million acres (1 million km²) or one-third of the Indian sub-continent by 1760.

Detailed explanation-2: -Rise of the Marathas: This rise is primarily due to Shivaji and the circumstances that shaped his character and that of his followers. Shivaji welded the Marathas into a superb mobile fighting force. The Marathas fought for the defence of their religion and territory against Mughal rulers.

Detailed explanation-3: -Shivaji acted as the representative of the popular Maratha Dharma against the Mughal penetration into Maharashtra. Shivaji was also a talented administrator as well as a builder of the independent kingdom by bringing together different elements. Shivaji was the founder of the Maratha state.

Detailed explanation-4: -Peshwa Bajirao is considered to be the most important figure after Shivaji in making the Maratha Empire a dominant force in 18th century India. Here’s his story.

Detailed explanation-5: -Topography and Geography of the region. Role of religion and social system in their lives. Economic factors. Characteristics of the people. Bhakti movement and its aspects. Trained in the area of administration. Mismanagement among the Deccan Rulers. Shivaji Bhonsle.