The Third Battle of Panipat was fought in 1761 between which two forces? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Third Battle of Panipat was fought in 1761 between which two forces?
A. Marathas and Ahmad Shah Abdali
B. Marathas and the Rajputs
C. Marathas and the British
D. Sikhs and Ahmad Shah Abdali
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
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.

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