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GS History Modern India
Q.

Consider the following statements about the Maratha state:

1. Maratha state was a confederacy where power was shared among the sardars or chiefs.

2. Maratha system of saranjam was similar to the jagir of Mughals.

3. The Maratha state suffered from the absence of a strong centre.

Which of the statements(s) given above is/are correct?

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: as Maratha state had many sardars like Bhonsle, Holkar and Sindhia who shared power.

Statement 2 is also correct:

Statement 3 is incorrect: as the numerous Maratha sardars were united under a strong centre led by the Peshwa.

Thus, Option A is Correct.

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