The Third Battle of Panipat was fought in 1761 between which two forces?
A. Sikhs and Ahmad Shah Abdali
B. Marathas and the British
C. Marathas and Ahmad Shah Abdali
D. Marathas and the Rajputs
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Third Battle of Panipat was fought on 14 January 1761 between the Maratha Empire and the Afghan forces of Ahmad Shah Abdali. The Marathas suffered a heavy defeat, leading to a power vacuum in the north.
Explanation:
The Cripps Mission offered dominion status after the war, not complete independence, and also did not give Indians control over defence. It was rejected by the Congress.
Explanation:
The Indian Statutory Commission (Simon Commission) was appointed in 1927 but actually arrived in British India in February 1928, facing widespread protests because it had no Indian members.
Explanation:
The First Anglo-Sikh War (1845–1846) concluded with the Treaty of Lahore, forcing the Sikh empire to cede Jalandhar Doab and pay a heavy indemnity.
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