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QWhat is the significance of the Thanjavur Maratha Kingdom in the history of Maratha Empire?

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  • A It was the first kingdom established by the Marathas outside of Maharashtra ✔ ✖
  • B It was ruled by Shivaji's half-brother Venkoji Rao ✔ ✖
  • C It was conquered by the Adil Shahi dynasty before being inherited by the Marathas ✔ ✖
  • D It played a key role in the expansion of Maratha rule in the South ✔ ✖
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The Thanjavur Maratha Kingdom was ruled by Shivaji's half-brother Venkoji Rao and was established outside of Maharashtra. However, its significance in the history of the Maratha Empire lies in the fact that it helped in expanding Maratha rule in the South, specifically in Tamil Nadu.

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