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Q.

Which of the following events supported the establishment of powerful kingdom in Punjab at the end of the 18th century?

1. The invasion of Nadir shah and Ahamad shah Abdali.

2. The weakening of Mughal Empire.

3. The defeat of marathas in the 3rd battle of Panipat.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct. The invasion of Nadir shah & Ahamad shah Abdali and the consequent dislocation of Punjab administration gave the Sikh an opportunity to rise at the end of 18th century. They filled the political vacuum after the withdrawl of Abdali.

Statement 2 is correct. Due to continuous invasions of Nadir shah & Ahamad shah Abdali and the attacks by Marathas, the Mughal Empire had weakened at the end of 18th century.

Statement 3 is correct. Marathas were defeated in the Battle of Panipat at the hands of Ahamad Shah Abdali. Thus there was power vaccum in the Punjab & this condition was brilliantly utilised by Ranjit Singh to establish his kingdom.

Thus, Option D is Correct.

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