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Sangli State
Origins
The Patwardhans were Chitpavan Brahmin generals of the Peshwas, rewarded with lands in the southern Maratha country. In 1782 Chintamanrao Patwardhan, known as Appa Saheb, separated from the family seat at Miraj and made Sangli his own state, building its fort and the Ganpati temple.
Rule and society
After the fall of the Peshwa in 1818 Sangli became a British protected state of the Southern Maratha Country, later the Deccan States Agency, with a 9-gun salute. Its rulers promoted schools and trade, and Sangli grew into a major market for turmeric and other produce. Chintamanrao II introduced representative institutions in the 20th century.
Decline and legacy
Sangli acceded to India and was merged into Bombay State in 1948; since 1960 it has been part of Maharashtra as Sangli district.
Lineage
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- Sangli State was a vassal of Maratha Empire1782 CE – 1818 CE
- Sangli State was a protectorate of Company rule in India1819 CE – 1858 CE
- Sangli State was a protectorate of British Raj1858 CE – 1947 CE
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