Question

When the Mughals were facing the threat of invasion by Ahmadshah Abdali, they sought the help of the ______.

• A. <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Rohillas
• B. <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Marathas
• C. <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Pathans
• D. <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Shindes

Answer 1

The correct option is B <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Marathas

Following the invasion of Nadirshah, there was instability in Delhi. Ahmadshah Abdali, who was the ruler of Afghanistan, was attracted by the riches of India. He posed a threat to the Mughals who sought the help of the Marathas.