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Q30 (IAS/2000) History & Culture › Modern India (Pre-1857) › Modern India personalities Answer Verified

Who among the following streamlined the Maratha administration after Sambhaji ?

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Explanation

Balaji Viswanath (option 2) is the correct answer. He played the key role in restoring and streamlining Maratha administration after the turmoil following Sambhaji’s death by backing Shahu’s claim and becoming Peshwa; he helped Shahu ascend (1708) and was appointed Peshwa in 1713, providing central authority and administrative coherence thereafter [1]. This consolidation set the stage for his son Baji Rao I to enhance Peshwa power and expand Maratha influence [2]. By contrast, Rajaram (who immediately succeeded Sambhaji) delegated authority to Brahmin lieutenants and was unable to regain the same centralized control or prestige, which underscores why Balaji Viswanath is credited with administrative streamlining.

Sources

  1. [1] History , class XI (Tamilnadu state board 2024 ed.) > Chapter 15: The Marathas > Marathas after Shivaji 15.3 > p. 229
  2. [2] History , class XI (Tamilnadu state board 2024 ed.) > Chapter 15: The Marathas > Baji Rao I (1720-1740) > p. 231
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