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Bajirao I (Visaji Bajirao Ballal; Marathi pronunciation: [bad͡ʒiɾaːʋ bəlːaːɭ]; 18 August 1700 – 28 April 1740) was the 7th Peshwa of the Maratha Confederacy.He after Shivaji, is considered to be the most charismatic and dynamic leader in Maratha history.He was just twenty years old and already had a reputation for rapid decisions and a passion for military adventure. During his 20-year tenure as Peshwa, his strategic prowess and ceaseless military expeditions expanded Maratha ...
May 20, 2024 · Baji Rao I, peshwa, or chief minister, of the Maratha confederacy from 1720 to 1740 during the reign of Shahu (1708–49). Baji Rao’s conquests were one of several contributors to the decay of the Mughal Empire, especially under Emperor Muḥammad Shah (1719–48). Baji Rao succeeded his father, Balaji Vishvanath Bhat, as peshwa in 1720 ...
“Baji Rao, the great Peshwa, was without doubt the most outstanding statesman and general India produced in the 18th century. If Shivaji was the founder of Maratha State, Baji Rao could claim that he was the one who saved it from disruption and transformed what was national state into an Empire”. Chatrapati Shahu had absolute faith in Baji Rao as well. He had issued orders that “all should obey Baji Rao faithfully and should do nothing to offend his temper”.
Spouse/Ex-: Kashibai, Mastani. father: Balaji Vishwanath. siblings: Chimnaji Appa. children: Balaji Baji Rao, Raghunathrao, Shamsher Bahadur I. Bajirao was born on 18 August 1700 into a Marathi Chitpavan Brahmin family as the son of Balaji Vishwanath and Radhabai. He had a younger brother called Chimnaji Appa.
Feb 16, 2024 · Bajirao I’s Enduring Legacy and Preview of Civil Achievements. In conclusion, the legacy of Bajirao I as a military strategist and a visionary leader remains a pivotal chapter in the saga of the Maratha Kingdom’s rise to power. His groundbreaking tactics, relentless drive for expansion, and ability to inspire his troops redefined the strategic landscape of India. Through his audacious campaigns, Bajirao not only expanded the reach of the Maratha Empire but also challenged the dominance ...
Aug 18, 2020 · Bajirao faced imprisonment along with his father until his release 2 years later. Bajirao was appointed as the Peshwa - succeeding his father - when he was only 20 years of age. He helped the Nizam of Deccan against Mughals in the battle of Sakhar-Kheda and won renown. In a military career spanning two decades, Bajirao I never lost a single battle. Under his leadership and command, the Marathas defeated Mughals twice:
Apr 6, 2016 · Bajirao I was born on August 18, 1700. From April 27, 1720 until April 28, 1740 he served as Peshwa (Prime Minister) to the Maratha king Chhatrapati Shahu. Bajirao I was also known as Thorale Bajirao and Bajirao Ballal. Apart from his role as prime minister, he was also a general of the Maratha Empire in India.
Bajirao I, born as Visaji, was the 7th Peshwa of the Maratha Empire. He after Shivaji, is considered to be the most charismatic and dynamic leader in Maratha history. He was just twenty years old and already had a reputation for rapid decisions and a passion for military adventure. Bajirao I, born as Visaji, was the 7th Peshwa of the Maratha Empire. He after Shivaji, is considered to be the most charismatic and dynamic leader in Maratha history.
Aug 18, 2018 · 'Bajirao Mastani', a 2015 historical-romance film based on the Marathi novel Raau by Nagnath S Inamdar, was made by Bollywood director Sanjay Leela Bhansali The film narrates the story of the Peshwa Bajirao I and his second wife Mastani which stars Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone and Priyanka Chopra in the lead roles
Mar 28, 2008 · Bajirao had been on the expedition to Delhi in 1719, and was convinced that the Mughal Empire was breaking up and could not resist a Maratha drive to the north into Malwa and beyond. This was the major theme of the next twenty years of his ceaseless military and administrative activity. This judgement by Bajirao was quite correct.
