Multiple choice Who among the following was the founder of the Peshwas? Parasuram Triyambak Ram Chandra Pant Balajee Bajirao Balajee Viswanath Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation Balaji Vishwanath was the first of the hereditary Peshwas (prime ministers) of the Maratha Empire, effectively establishing the Peshwa dynasty.