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Describe the expansion of the maratha power under the first three peshwas
Asked by dhanyatha | 23 Sep, 2018, 10:09: AM
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  • Balaji Vishwanath - (AD 1713 to 1721) - He was appointed as a Peshwa (Prime Minister) by Sahuji in 1713 to assist a young Shahu for consolidation of the empire. He raise the Marathas empire into zenith points after winning  over all most all the sardar to the side of Shahu. He made the post very important as well as hereditary.
  • Bajirao Peshwa I (AD 1721 to 1740) – He was the eldest son of Balaji Vishwanath; succeeded him as Peshwas at the young age of 20. He was known for his guerrilla tactics after Shivaji. 
  • Baji Rao led many successful campaigns against the Mughal Empire. He captured Salsette and Bassein from the Portuguese. Peshwa Baji Rao expanded the Mararha rule in Northern India and gained control over the Mughal Emperor.  Holkar, Bonsle, Sindhia and Gaekwad chiefs virtually became independent ruler.
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