Q. After the death of Shivaji, effective power in the Maratha state was held by a family of Chitpavan Brahmins, who served as Peshwas (or Prime Ministers) to Shivaji’s successors. Which city became the capital of the Maratha Empire?
(A) Satara
(C) Nashik
(B) Nagpur
(D) Poona (Pune)
Answer: D
After the death of Shivaji, the power of the Maratha kingdom effectively came into the hands of the Peshwas. Peshwas were a family of Chitpavan Brahmins who served Shivaji’s successors. Poona became the capital of Maratha kingdom under them.