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M.A. (Part (II Semester) EXAMINATION, 2018
HISTORY
Optional Paper 5
(Marathas in 17th and 18th Century Power Politics)
(2008 PATTERN)
Time Three Hours Maximum Marks 80
N.B. All questions are compulsory.
(ii All questions carry equal marks.
1. Answer any four of the following questions in 500 words each
Discuss the bases of Maratha political power in 17th century.
Explain the nature of Maratha confederacy.
2. Answer any one of the following questions in 500 words each
Explain the importance of position of 'Peshwa' in the Maratha
state.
Give an account of the Maratha expansion in Bengal and Orissa.
3. Answer any two of the following questions in 250 words
Discuss the Maratha expansion in North Karnataka.
What is meant by Antarveda State its significance in 18th
century power politics.
Critically examine the Vantandari system.
Discuss the Maratha expansion in Gujarath.
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4. Write short notes on any four of the following in 100 words
Chauth
Saranjamdari system
Explain the concept of 'Maharashtradharam'.
Bajirao II
Govindapant Bundela
Battle of Amjhera.