36. The Maratha Peshwa who was known for his administrative reforms and efficient governance was:
a) Balaji Baji Rao
b) Nana Saheb
c) Raghunath Rao (Raghoba)
d) Baji Rao II
37. The Maratha Empire faced its first major defeat against the Mughals at the Battle of:
a) Salher
b) Panipat
c) Pratapgad
d) Talikota
38. The Maratha Peshwa who successfully extended Maratha influence in North India and signed the Treaty of Durand with the British in 1776 was:
a) Balaji Baji Rao
b) Nana Saheb
c) Raghunath Rao (Raghoba)
d) Baji Rao II
39. The Maratha commander who played a crucial role in expanding Maratha territories in the Deccan and South India was:
a) Tanaji Malusare
b) Baji Rao I
c) Chimaji Appa
d) Nana Saheb
40. The Maratha ruler who was the son of Shivaji and ascended the throne after his father’s death was:
a) Sambhaji
b) Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj
c) Baji Rao I
d) Rajaram
