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QWho were the Peshwas?

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  • A Religious leaders of the Maratha Empire ✔ ✖
  • B Prime ministers of the Maratha Empire ✔ ✖
  • C Military commanders of the Maratha Empire ✔ ✖
  • D Merchants of the Maratha Empire ✔ ✖
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The Peshwas were prime ministers of the Maratha Empire who were appointed by Shahu, the Maratha ruler, as a reward for helping him become the ruler. Balaji Vishwanath was the first Peshwa.

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