UPSC Prelims 2000·GS1·history·medieval history

Who among the following streamlined the Maratha administration after Sambhaji?

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  1. ARaja Ram
  2. BBalaji ViswanathCorrect
  3. CGanga Bai
  4. DNanaji Deshmukh

Explanation

Balaji Vishwanath is the correct answer because he was the first effective Peshwa who played a crucial role in stabilizing the Maratha Empire after a period of internal conflict and instability following the death of Sambhaji. After Sambhaji was executed by the Mughals, the Maratha state faced a leadership crisis and civil war between Shahu and Tarabai. Balaji Vishwanath helped Shahu consolidate his position, secured the support of various Maratha chiefs, and organized the revenue and administrative systems. His efforts shifted the functional power from the Chhatrapati to the Peshwa, marking the beginning of the Peshwa dominance and a streamlined administrative structure.
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