History · Sources of Medieval Indian History
UGC NET June 2025 History
During the First Anglo-Maratha War in 1780, when the British decided to invade Malwa, which Maratha leader came to the rescue?
AMahadji Scindia ✓ Correct
BDaulat Rao Scindia
CYashwant Rao Holkar
DMalhar Rao Holkar
Correct answer: (A) Mahadji Scindia — The answer is Mahadji Scindia.
Explanation
★The answer is Mahadji Scindia.
★During the First Anglo-Maratha War the British launched several campaigns against the Marathas.
★In 1780 the British decided to invade Malwa.
★The Maratha army was led by Mahadji Scindia, a skilled warrior and diplomat.
★He successfully repelled the British invasion and prevented their advance into Malwa.
★He also defeated the British in the Battle of Sironj.
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