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Baji Rao I

1720–1740 · 18th century

Baji Rao I was the Peshwa, or chief minister, of the Maratha state from 1720 to 1740. A brilliant cavalry commander, he led rapid campaigns that extended Maratha power deep into northern India, raiding as far as Delhi. His expansion made the Peshwa the dominant power within the Maratha Empire.

Baji Rao I
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Maratha EmpireMilitaryUdaipur StateDeclineHyderabad StateMilitary, Summary

Mentioned in 6 state histories

Panna StateDhar StateDewas JuniorDewas SeniorGwalior StateIndore State

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