With reference to the Anglo-Maratha Wars, consider the following statements: 1. The Treaty of Purandar (1776) was signed during the First Anglo-Maratha War and aimed to recognize Madhavrao II as the Peshwa. 2. The Treaty of Bassein (1802) directly triggered the Second Anglo-Maratha War by alienating powerful Maratha chiefs like Sindhia and Bhonsle. 3. The formation of the princely state of Satara under Pratap Singh was a direct consequence of the Third Anglo-Maratha War. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation:

The Treaty of Purandar was signed in 1776, during the First Anglo-Maratha War, but it recognized Madhavrao II (Madhavrao Narayan) as Peshwa in opposition to Raghunathrao, who was supported by the British initially. However, it was not primarily aimed at recognizing Madhavrao II; rather, it was a compromise between factions.
The Treaty of Bassein (1802), signed by Bajirao II with the British, alienated key Maratha chiefs like Sindhia and Bhonsle, and their opposition directly led to the Second Anglo-Maratha War (1803–1805).
After the Third Anglo-Maratha War (1817–1818) and the abolition of the Peshwaship, a new princely state of Satara was created under Pratap Singh, a descendant of Shivaji, as a nominal ruler under British suzerainty.

Source: NCERT and History Of Modern India – NCERT (Bipin Chandra)

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