Which one of the following statements is not correct about Peshwas?

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Chattrapati Shahu appointed Balaji Vishwanath as a Peshwa in the Year 1713.
Baji Rao became Peshwa after the death of his father in 1720 and continued till his death in 1750.
During the tenure of Peshwa Balaji Baji Rao, the Chattrapati Ram Raja delegated many powers and virtually with this the Peshwa became real ruler of Maratha state.
Peshwa Baji Rao popularized the slogan 'Hindu-pad-padshahi' or Hindu empire.

Answer 1

The correct answer is Option 2.

Key Points

Chattrapati Shahu appointed Balaji Vishwanath as the Peshwa in 1713, marking the beginning of the Peshwa era in Maratha history.
Baji Rao I succeeded his father Balaji Vishwanath and became Peshwa in 1720. However, the statement saying he continued till his death in 1750 is incorrect since Baji Rao I died in 1740.
During Balaji Baji Rao's tenure, Chattrapati Ram Raja delegated many powers to the Peshwas, making them the de facto rulers of the Maratha empire.
Peshwa Baji Rao I was known for popularizing the slogan 'Hindu-pad-padshahi,' reflecting his vision of establishing a Hindu empire.

Additional Information

Peshwa: The Peshwa was the Prime Minister in the Maratha empire. While initially subordinate to the Chattrapati, the Peshwas became the de facto rulers of the Maratha state during the later period.
Balaji Vishwanath: He was the first prominent Peshwa and played a key role in consolidating the Maratha empire under Chattrapati Shahu.
Baji Rao I: Also known as the greatest Peshwa, Baji Rao I was a brilliant military strategist and expanded the Maratha empire significantly. His campaigns are still remembered for their audacity and success.
'Hindu-pad-padshahi': This slogan was associated with Baji Rao I's vision of establishing a Hindu empire, emphasizing the Maratha dominance over regions historically ruled by Muslim dynasties.
Balaji Baji Rao (Nana Saheb): He was the third Peshwa and son of Baji Rao I. Under his tenure, the Peshwa's authority expanded, but his reign also saw setbacks, including the Third Battle of Panipat in 1761.