The Indian states of 18th Century fought wars of expansion against each other

Q. The Indian states of 18th Century fought wars of expansion against each other. Sometimes they formed temporary alliances against common enemies.

Examine the following statements and choose the correct one:

(a) Nizam and the Marathas competed with each other for control over the Deccan but often stood

together against Mysore

(b) Nawab of Awadh and Rohilkhand tied up with the Afghans against the Marathas.

(c) The Maratha Sardars combined under Nana Phadnavis against Raghunath Rao, a Marathas Chief.

(d) All the above

Ans: (d)