Summary - The Marathas

SUMMARY

Shivaji’s rise, his military conquests and his encounter with Aurangzeb are dealt with

Shivaji’s administrative reforms are explained

Shivaji’s successors and their achievements under the Peshwas Balaji Viswanath, Baji Rao and Balaji Baji Rao are discussed

Third Battle of Panipat and its consequences for the Marathas and the Mughals are analyzed

The resistance of Marathas against the British policy of Subsidiary System and the resultant outbreak of the three Anglo-Maratha Wars are highlighted

Maratha ruler Serfoji II’s remarkable contribution to the progress and development of Thanjavur region is focused