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M.A. (Part (First Semester) EXAMINATION, 2018
HISTORY
Core Paper III
(Maratha Polity)
(2008 PATTERN)
Time Three Hours Maximum Marks 80
N.B. All questions are compulsory.
(ii All questions carry equal marks.
1. Attempt any one of the following questions in 500 words
Explain the importance of Sanskrit sources for the study of
Maratha Polity.
(ii Define the term of 'Maratha Polity' and explain its nature.
2. Attempt any one of the following questions in 500 words
Evaluate the central administrative structure of the Maratha
state.
(ii Critically evaluate the process of Maratha state formation.
3. Attempt any two of the following questions in 250 words each
Evaluate the salient features of Judicial system under the
Marathas.
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(ii What were the major areas of expenditure of the Maratha
state
(iii Who is the Bakhar Literature useful as a source of Maratha
History Discuss.
Examine the nature of 'Balutedari' system.
4. Write notes on any four of the following in 100 words each
Salient features of 'Ashtapradhan Mandal'
(ii Organisation of Maratha Cavalry
(iii Sardeshmukhi
Types of 'Ordeals'
Alutedar
Forts Administration.