History · Sources of Medieval Indian History
UGC NET July 2016 History
Which of the following are correct explanations in regard to the Maratha interest in supporting the Mughal emperor against the invasion of Nadir Shah? Select the correct code.
- 1. The Marathas considered Nadir Shah's invasion as an intrusion by an outsider.
- 2. If Nadir Shah was to stay in India and found a new dynasty, it would be a big blow against Maratha ambition.
- 3. Shahu instructed Baji Rao to hurry to the aid of the Emperor in accordance with an understanding with Aurangzeb that whenever the Empire was in any difficulty, the Marathas would help.
- 4. Baji Rao immediately rushed to help the Mughal army.
A1, 2 and 3 ✓ Correct
B2, 3 and 4
C1, 2, 3 and 4
D3 and 4
Correct answer: (A) 1, 2 and 3 — Statements 1, 2 and 3 are correct, so the answer is 1, 2 and 3.
Explanation
★Statements 1, 2 and 3 are correct, so the answer is 1, 2 and 3.
★The Marathas saw Nadir Shah's invasion as an intrusion by an outsider.
★They feared that a new dynasty founded by him would harm their ambition.
★Shahu instructed Baji Rao to hurry to the aid of the emperor.
★This was in keeping with an old understanding to help the Empire in difficulty.
★The fourth statement, that Baji Rao actually rushed to help, is not among the correct points.
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