Q39. What were the different overlapping group of states that emerged in the 18th Century after the decline of the Mughal Empire?
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Divide the states of the eighteenth century into three overlapping groups.
Q40. Write a short note on expansion of Maratha Empire between 1720 and 1761.
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Give an account of the Maratha expansion occurred between 1720 and 1761.
Q41. Discuss the factors that led to the decline of Mughal Empire.
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The Mughal Empire had to face a variety of crises towards the closing years of the 17th century. What were the causes behind it?
Q42. Describe the three common features of the states like Awadh, Bengal and Hyderabad.
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State the three common features between the states Awadh, Bengal and Hyderabad.
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What are the common features of the three regional states of Bengal, Awadh and Hyderabad?