Question

Q. Consider the following statements with regards to Balaji Baji Rao.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is C Both 1 and 2

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is correct. Balaji Baji Rao made Ram Raja (1749-77 C.E.) a do-nothing king after Shahuji’s death. This virtually seized the Maratha monarchy as a symbol of political authority & made Peshwas the centre of political authority & the official head of the administration.
• Statement 2 is correct. As they became de facto heads of the government, he shifted the capital to Poona.
• It was during his reign the threat of Ahmad Shah Abdali started looming over India.