Question

Balaji Rao became the third Peshwa in 1740 A.D. State whether the statement is True (or) False And Justify it

Answer 1

the statement is false and the correct answer is peshwa baji rao became the third peshwa.

Answer 2

‘Balaji Rao became the third Peshwa in 1740 A.D’ is a TRUE statement.

Explanation:

• The death of Baji Rao, The son of Shahu Balaji Rao was made the Peshwa. At that Balaji Rao was only eighteen years of age.  

• Balaji Rao was a wise ruler but he was not a competent commander like his father.  

• Baji Rao had many enemies whereas Balaji Rao had a friendly personality and he did not have many people against him.  

• He tried to stabilize his administration system and consolidate his Maratha Empire.