41. The Maratha ruler who established the “Peshwa” system and served as the chief minister and military commander of the Maratha Empire was:
a) Balaji Baji Rao
b) Nana Saheb
c) Raghunath Rao (Raghoba)
d) Baji Rao II
42. The Maratha Peshwa who expanded Maratha influence in Northern India and extended the Maratha territories up to the Punjab region was:
a) Balaji Baji Rao
b) Nana Saheb
c) Raghunath Rao (Raghoba)
d) Baji Rao II
43. The Maratha commander who fought valiantly in the Battle of Sinhagad and was one of Shivaji’s closest generals was:
a) Tanaji Malusare
b) Baji Rao I
c) Chimaji Appa
d) Nana Saheb
44. The Maratha Peshwa who was appointed as the chief administrator and served as the de facto ruler of the Maratha Empire during Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj’s reign was:
a) Balaji Baji Rao
b) Nana Saheb
c) Raghunath Rao (Raghoba)
d) Baji Rao II
45. The Maratha queen known for her bravery and leadership during the Third Anglo-Maratha War was:
a) Rani Durgavati
b) Rani Ahilyabai Holkar
c) Rani Tarabai
d) Rani Lakshmibai
