UPSC History Optional · Paper II · 2021 · Q3(c) · 10 marks
While individually the Marathas were clever and brave, they lacked the corporate spirit so essential for national independence. Discuss with reasons. [10 Marks]
- Chapter
- British Expansion in India
- Topic
- Fall of the Marathas
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