Question

How was the battle of Panipat fought in 1761?

Answer 1

Instructions:

There should be at least 5 points here.

• Talk about when and where the Maratha empire ended.
• Talk about who brought about their downfall.
• Talk about how they were defeated in battle.

Solution:

• The Marathas empire ended at Panipat near Delhi in 1761.
• The king of the Afghans, Ahmad Shah Abdali, invaded eight times before finally marching onto Delhi.
• The Marathas were now divided among several commanders, who approached the battle with different tactics.
• Artillery decided the battle in January 1761.
• The mobile artillery of the Afghans proved lethal against both Maratha cavalry and infantry.