Multiple choice general knowledge

Who defeated the Marathas in the third battle of Panipat?

  1. The British

  2. The Afghans

  3. The Mughals

  4. The Rajputs
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Third Battle of Panipat (1761) was fought between the Maratha Empire and the Afghan forces led by Ahmad Shah Abdali (Durrani). The Afghans defeated the Marathas in a devastating battle that weakened Maratha power and marked a turning point in Indian history, allowing the British to eventually gain control. The British, Mughals, and Rajputs were not the primary combatants in this battle.

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