{"id":1701,"date":"2025-03-12T17:59:34","date_gmt":"2025-03-12T12:29:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=1701"},"modified":"2025-10-28T16:31:02","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T11:01:02","slug":"list-of-maratha-wars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/list-of-maratha-wars\/","title":{"rendered":"List Of Maratha Wars: Major Battles, Anglo-Maratha Wars &#038; Key Treaties"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<label class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/label>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/list-of-maratha-wars\/#Early_Conflicts_and_the_Rise_of_the_Marathas\" >Early Conflicts and the Rise of the Marathas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/list-of-maratha-wars\/#The_Maratha_Insurgency_Against_the_Mughal_Empire\" >The Maratha Insurgency Against the Mughal Empire<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/list-of-maratha-wars\/#The_Maratha_Confederacy_and_Expansion\" >The Maratha Confederacy and Expansion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/list-of-maratha-wars\/#The_Anglo-Maratha_Wars\" >The Anglo-Maratha Wars<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/list-of-maratha-wars\/#Battles_Fought_by_Peshwa_Baji_Rao_I\" >Battles Fought by Peshwa Baji Rao I<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/list-of-maratha-wars\/#Treaty_Negotiations_and_the_Fall_of_the_Marathas\" >Treaty Negotiations and the Fall of the Marathas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/list-of-maratha-wars\/#List_of_Maratha_Wars_FAQs\" >List of Maratha Wars FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Maratha Empire, one of the most formidable powers in Indian history, fought several battles and wars to establish and maintain its dominance. The Marathas, initially led by the visionary Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, later continued their expansion and influence under the Peshwas, especially during the 18th century. The Maratha Wars, including the Anglo-Maratha Wars, were a series of key conflicts that shaped the political landscape of India.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here we will explore the <\/span><b>List of Maratha Wars<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including the famous <\/span><b>List of Battles fought by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the <\/span><b>Anglo-Maratha Wars<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and the <\/span><b>Battles fought by Peshwa Bajirao I<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, highlighting their significance in the rise and fall of the Maratha Empire.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Early_Conflicts_and_the_Rise_of_the_Marathas\"><\/span><b>Early Conflicts and the Rise of the Marathas<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Marathas, led by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, rose to prominence in the 17th century as a force against the Mughal Empire in India. After establishing his kingdom in the Deccan region, Shivaji Maharaj fought numerous battles to expand his territory and establish the Maratha Empire. His military genius and guerilla warfare tactics played a crucial role in shaping the early years of the Maratha state.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>List of Battles Fought by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the most important battles fought by Shivaji Maharaj include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Battle of Torna (1645):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Shivaji\u2019s first significant military victory, where he captured the Torna Fort from Bijapur Sultanate, marking the beginning of his reign as a military leader.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Battle of Pratapgarh (1659):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> One of the most iconic battles in Maratha history, where Shivaji defeated Bijapur&#8217;s forces under the command of Afzal Khan.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Battle of Surat (1664):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A naval attack on the Mughal port city of Surat, showcasing Shivaji&#8217;s naval capabilities.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Battle of Sinhagad (1670):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A daring and victorious raid to recapture the Sinhagad Fort, reinforcing Shivaji\u2019s tactical brilliance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Battle of Kolhapur (1677):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Shivaji defeated the forces of the Bijapur Sultanate, consolidating his position in the region.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These battles laid the foundation of the Maratha Empire and its continued resistance against the Mughals and other regional powers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Maratha_Insurgency_Against_the_Mughal_Empire\"><\/span><b>The Maratha Insurgency Against the Mughal Empire<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Mughal Empire, which ruled large parts of India, proved to be the Maratha\u2019s primary adversary. Over the years, the Marathas engaged in numerous battles with the Mughals, winning some and losing others.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Battle of Chakan (23 June \u2013 14 August 1660)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Marathas were defeated by the Mughal Empire at Chakan, a significant blow in their early resistance.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Battle of Sinhagad (4 February 1670)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A pivotal victory for the Marathas, where Shivaji\u2019s forces captured the Sinhagad Fort from the Mughals. It was a morale-boosting moment for the Maratha Empire.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Battle of Purandar (31 March \u2013 12 June 1665)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After initial successes, the Marathas were forced to surrender to the Mughal forces under the Treaty of Purandar, which marked a temporary setback for Shivaji.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Battle of Salher (February 1672)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A major victory for the Marathas in their ongoing battle with the Mughal Empire, cementing their power in the region.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Battle of Wai (December 1687)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This battle resulted in a Maratha victory, further demonstrating the growing strength of the Maratha military.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Maratha_Confederacy_and_Expansion\"><\/span><b>The Maratha Confederacy and Expansion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following Shivaji\u2019s death in 1680, his successors continued to expand the Maratha Empire. The rise of the Peshwas as the de facto rulers of the Maratha Confederacy marked a new era in their military campaigns.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Battle of Bhopal (24 December 1737)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A key victory for the Maratha Confederacy against the Mughal Empire. This victory helped solidify Maratha influence in central India.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Battle of Palkhed (28 February 1728)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fought between the Maratha Confederacy and the Nizam of Hyderabad, this battle resulted in a decisive victory for the Marathas and marked the end of Nizam\u2019s ambitions in the Deccan.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Battle of Bundelkhand (1728\u201329)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Maratha Confederacy defeated the forces of the Mughal Empire, asserting their dominance in northern India.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Battle of Panipat (1761)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps the most significant of all Maratha wars, the Battle of Panipat was a tragic defeat for the Maratha Confederacy at the hands of the Afghan invader, Ahmad Shah Durrani. The battle marked the end of the Maratha&#8217;s expansion towards the north and had lasting impacts on the empire&#8217;s power.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Anglo-Maratha_Wars\"><\/span><b>The Anglo-Maratha Wars<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Anglo-Maratha Wars<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> were a series of conflicts between the Maratha Empire and the British East India Company during the 18th century. These wars were critical in determining the future of the Maratha Empire and its eventual downfall at the hands of the British.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>First Anglo-Maratha War (1775\u20131782)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The First Anglo-Maratha War began due to British interference in the Maratha Confederacy&#8217;s internal affairs. The conflict was ignited by the succession dispute between Madhavrao I and his successor, Narayan Rao, which the British East India Company attempted to exploit. Although the British secured some victories early on, the Marathas, led by Mahadji Shinde, successfully negotiated a peace treaty, and the war ended in 1782 with the Treaty of Salbai.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Battles:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Battle of Wadgaon (1779): A significant Maratha victory that forced the British to retreat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Battle of Bhor (1781): Another victory for the Marathas, securing their position against the British.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>2. Second Anglo-Maratha War (1803\u20131805)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Second Anglo-Maratha War was a more intense conflict. It arose from the Maratha Confederacy\u2019s growing power and its rivalry with the British. The Marathas had become divided into several factions, each led by powerful leaders like Baji Rao II, Yashwantrao Holkar, and others. The British used this fragmentation to their advantage and defeated the Marathas in several key battles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Battles:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Battle of Assaye (1803): One of the most decisive battles, where Arthur Wellesley, the future Duke of Wellington, led the British forces to a crucial victory.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Battle of Laswari (1803): Another important British victory, weakening the Maratha forces significantly.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following the war, the Treaty of Surji Anjangaon (1806) was signed, which forced the Marathas to cede large portions of their territory to the British.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Third Anglo-Maratha War (1817\u20131818)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Third Anglo-Maratha War was the final and most decisive conflict in the Anglo-Maratha series. The British, after having subdued the Maratha leadership, sought to eliminate the Maratha threat once and for all. This war saw intense fighting, and despite some early successes by the Marathas, they were ultimately defeated. The British annexed the Maratha territories and dismantled the Maratha Empire.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key Battles:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Battle of Kirkee (1817): British forces defeated the Peshwa\u2019s army in a crucial engagement, marking the beginning of the end for Maratha power.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Battle of Mahidpur (1818): The British decisively defeated the forces of the Holkars, one of the most significant Maratha factions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peshwa Baji Rao II\u2019s defeat and exile: The defeat of the Peshwa, Baji Rao II, marked the official end of Maratha independence and the beginning of British hegemony in India.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Treaty of Pune (1818) followed, formalizing British control over the Maratha territories and signifying the end of the Maratha Empire.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"metaslider-id-5575\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-107-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-5575 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"New Slideshow\" data-height=\"300\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_5575\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_5575\">\n            <ul aria-live='off' class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5579 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"400-X-180cdr-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/mains\/upsc-qep-2026-batch-5-english\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/400-X-180cdr-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5579 msDefaultImage\" title=\"400 X 180cdr\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5580 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"pocket-notes-website-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/qep-pocket-notes-2.0\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pocket-notes-website-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5580 msDefaultImage\" title=\"pocket-notes-website-400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5581 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/toppers-handwritten-upsc-pyq-4-books\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5581 msDefaultImage\" title=\"web site banner toppers book. 400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Battles_Fought_by_Peshwa_Baji_Rao_I\"><\/span><b>Battles Fought by Peshwa Baji Rao I<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Peshwa Bajirao I, one of the most famous leaders of the Maratha Empire, was known for his military acumen and relentless expansion of Maratha power. His reign was marked by numerous battles against the Mughals, the Nizam of Hyderabad, and other regional powers, further cementing the Maratha Empire\u2019s strength. Some of his notable battles include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Battle of Palkhed (1728)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A remarkable victory for Peshwa Baji Rao I over the Nizam of Hyderabad, which helped strengthen Maratha control in the Deccan.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Battle of Bhopal (1737)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another critical battle under Baji Rao\u2019s leadership, where the Marathas defeated Mughal forces, ensuring the Maratha Confederacy\u2019s rise as a dominant power in India.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Battle of Rohilla (1748)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bajirao&#8217;s forces decisively defeated the Rohilla Afghans in the north.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Battle of Delhi (1757)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During the Maratha-Rohilkhand war, Baji Rao led forces that helped secure Delhi for the Marathas, further asserting their presence in the north.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">His military leadership, coupled with his vision of a pan-Indian Maratha state, helped the empire reach its zenith during his time as Peshwa.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treaty_Negotiations_and_the_Fall_of_the_Marathas\"><\/span><b>Treaty Negotiations and the Fall of the Marathas<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Following their defeats in the Anglo-Maratha wars, the Marathas were forced into several treaties with the British.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Treaty of Surat (1775)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This treaty was signed between the Marathas and the British after the First Anglo-Maratha War, confirming the British as a key player in Maratha affairs.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Treaty of Salbai (1782)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After the First Anglo-Maratha War, the Treaty of Salbai restored peace between the Marathas and the British. However, it was a temporary respite as tensions simmered until the second war.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Treaty of Bassein (1802)<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A pivotal agreement that marked the end of Maratha independence under Baji Rao II, who sought British protection, thus leading to the further weakening of the Maratha Confederacy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you preparing for UPSC 2025? <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/prelims\/prelims-samadhaan-mentorship-2025?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=home_page&amp;utm_campaign=course\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Join IAShub&#8217;s UPSC coaching batches<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to boost your preparation. Enroll now!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"List_of_Maratha_Wars_FAQs\"><\/span><b>List of Maratha Wars FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<style>#sp-ea-1700 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-1700.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-1700.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-1700.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-1700.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-1700.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  padding: 7px;\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  margin-right: 0px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single{\r\n background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.ea-expand a{\r\n  background: #cfe2ff !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion{\r\n  margin-bottom: 1rem;\r\n  margin-top: 1rem;\r\n}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1741701254\"><div id=\"sp-ea-1700\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-17000\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse17000\" aria-controls=\"collapse17000\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> What were the major Maratha Wars?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse17000\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1700\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-17000\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The major Maratha Wars include the Anglo-Maratha Wars, First Anglo-Maratha War (1775-1782), Second Anglo-Maratha War (1803-1805), and Third Anglo-Maratha War (1817-1818).<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-17001\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse17001\" aria-controls=\"collapse17001\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Who fought the battles during the Maratha Wars?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse17001\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1700\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-17001\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The battles were fought by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the Peshwas, and other Maratha generals like Mahadji Shinde, Baji Rao I, and Yashwantrao Holkar.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-17002\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse17002\" aria-controls=\"collapse17002\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What was the outcome of the First Anglo-Maratha War?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse17002\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1700\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-17002\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The First Anglo-Maratha War (1775\u20131782) ended with the Treaty of Salbai, which restored peace between the British and the Marathas, although tensions remained.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-17003\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse17003\" aria-controls=\"collapse17003\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What was the Battle of Panipat?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse17003\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1700\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-17003\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Battle of Panipat (1761) was a significant Maratha defeat against Ahmad Shah Durrani, marking the end of Maratha expansion in the north.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-17004\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse17004\" aria-controls=\"collapse17004\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What was the Treaty of Bassein?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse17004\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-1700\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-17004\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Treaty of Bassein (1802) marked the end of Maratha independence under Baji Rao II, leading to his subjugation by the British.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p> Explore the List of Maratha Wars, including battles fought by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Peshwa Bajirao &#038; the Anglo-Maratha Wars that shaped India\u2019s 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