The treaty of Purandhar (1776) was signed between the British and which Maratha leader? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The treaty of Purandhar (1776) was signed between the British and which Maratha leader?
A. Madhavrao I
B. Nana Fadnavis
C. Mahadaji Shinde
D. Raghunath Rao
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Treaty of Purandhar (1776) was signed between the British and Raghunath Rao, ending the First Anglo-Maratha War temporarily.

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