Why did Maratha kingdom lose its power and territories?

Due to expansionist policies of the British East India Company.

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Due to internal rivalry between the Sikh rulers.

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Due to war between Marathas and Sikhs.

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Due to conflict of interest between Marathas and local people.

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Solution

The correct option is A Due to expansionist policies of the British East India Company.
The British colonisers wanted to expand their rule all over India. It was due to their expansionist policies that the Maratha kingdom lost its power and territories.

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