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1 Marathas

What’s Inside

• Introduction

• Marathas under Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

• Peshwa Rule

INTRODUCTION

The Marathas emerged in the Deccan sector during the early 17th century under the Bijapur, Ahmednagar, and Golkonda states. They, initially, served in the army of these states and controlled the hill-forts. For their service, they were honoured by the titles of Raja, Naik, and Rao. However, the Marathas rose to be a formidable force and a major challenge to the Mughals and the British under Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaja’s father Shahaji was in the service under Ahmednagar, and later joined the court of ...