The Third Anglo-Maratha War (1817–1818), which abolished the office of the Peshwa, took place during the administration of which Governor-General? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The Third Anglo-Maratha War (1817–1818), which abolished the office of the Peshwa, took place during the administration of which Governor-General?
A. Lord Hastings
B. Lord Wellesley
C. Lord Cornwallis
D. Lord Minto I
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Lord Hastings (Governor-General from 1813 to 1823) led the campaign that crushed Maratha power and pensioned off the Peshwa to Bithoor.
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