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Q: Baji Rao I or Baji Rao Ballal was the son of –.
  • A. Raghunath Rao
  • B. Peshwa Balaji Vishwanath
  • C. Madhav Rao
  • D. Shivaji
Correct Answer: Option B - Baji Rao I or Baji Rao Ballal was the second Peshwa of the Maratha Empire and was the son of Peshwa Balaji Vishwanath. He was the seventh peshwa of the Maratha Empire. On April 17, 1720 shahu nominated Baji Rao as Peshwa, succeeding his father. He is known for his military campaigns and conquests, especially his victory over the Nizam of Hyderabad in the Battle of Palkhed.
B. Baji Rao I or Baji Rao Ballal was the second Peshwa of the Maratha Empire and was the son of Peshwa Balaji Vishwanath. He was the seventh peshwa of the Maratha Empire. On April 17, 1720 shahu nominated Baji Rao as Peshwa, succeeding his father. He is known for his military campaigns and conquests, especially his victory over the Nizam of Hyderabad in the Battle of Palkhed.

Explanations:

Baji Rao I or Baji Rao Ballal was the second Peshwa of the Maratha Empire and was the son of Peshwa Balaji Vishwanath. He was the seventh peshwa of the Maratha Empire. On April 17, 1720 shahu nominated Baji Rao as Peshwa, succeeding his father. He is known for his military campaigns and conquests, especially his victory over the Nizam of Hyderabad in the Battle of Palkhed.