What was 'Maharashtra-dharma'?

It was a sense of regional and cultural pride that unified the people of Maharashtra across caste lines to resist foreign rule.

Socio-Political Movements in Deccan

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: Which is/are correct reasons of Maratha's Rise? A. Religious Consciousness B. Geographical Security C. Political awakening D. High quality of leadership E. All of the above

The rise of the Marathas was driven by their unique geography (Sahyadri forts), a sense of religious unity (Bhakti movement), regional political awareness, and the exceptional leadership of Shivaji Maharaj.

Exam Year

1992

Evidence Source

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ID: MED_MAR_1992_116 Ref: Satish Chandra, Medieval India

Which is/are correct reasons of Maratha's Rise?
A. Religious Consciousness
B. Geographical Security
C. Political awakening
D. High quality of leadership
E. All of the above

Which is/are correct reasons of Maratha's Rise?A. Religious ConsciousnessB. Geographical SecurityC. Political awakeningD. High quality of leadershipE. All of the above

Which is/are correct reasons of Maratha's Rise?
A. Religious Consciousness
B. Geographical Security
C. Political awakening
D. High quality of leadership
E. All of the above