Question

Write a note on the second Anglo-Maratha war.

Answer 1

Instructions:This is a five mark question. So the best approach would be to state five points to fetch us enough marks. It's a five mark question, and we need to write 5 points.

Answer:

• The second Anglo-Maratha war fought between 1803-1805, was basically due to differences among the Maratha chieftains.
• There was enmity between Yeshwanth Rao of Holkar family and Daulat Rao of Scindhia family. And the Peshwa, Baji Rao II.
• In 1802, the Holkar army defeated the Scindia and Peshwa armies. The Peshwa sought the help of the British. He accepted the subsidiary alliance by signing the Treaty of Bassein.
• The Maratha families such as Holkars, Scindhias of Gwalior and Bhonsles of Berar formed an alliance opposing this treaty. As a result, the second Anglo-Maratha war broke out in 1803.
• Lord Wellesley defeated the combined army in several battles. But his thirst for battle increased the financial burden on the company.
• On being criticized for this policy, Wellesley resigned and returned to England, bringing peace in the region.