Question

The Maratha power suffered from certain basic weaknesses which led to its downfall. Which of the following was not one among them?
1. The nature of their political system the Marathas alienated the sympathies of other people.
2. Their raids into the territories of other rulers made new enemies.
3. The levies charged by them added to the oppression of the common people, particularly peasants and traders.
4. None of the above

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : None of the above

The correct answer is None of the above.

• Causes of the downfall of the Marathas
  • Due to the nature of their political system, the Marathas alienated the sympathies of other people.
  • Their raids into the territories of other rulers made new enemies.
  • The levies charged by them added to the oppression of the common people, particularly peasants and traders.
  • Internal Weakness of the Marathas.
  • Lack of Political Foresight and unity.
  • Incapable Leadership.
  • The Superior Diplomatic Skill and Spy-system of the British.