Question

Poona became the capital of the Marathas in the eighteenth century.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

After Shivaji’s death, effective power in the Maratha state was wielded by a family of Chitpavan Brahmanas who served Shivaji’s successors as Peshwa (or principal minister). Poona became the capital of the Maratha kingdom. Under the Peshwas, the Marathas developed a very successful military organisation.