5 Questions
Which ruler of Afghanistan was attracted by the riches of India and marched on the Punjab in 1751 CE?
Ahmadshah Abdali
What was the state of the Mughal territory when Ahmadshah Abdali invaded India?
In anarchy
Why did the Mughals seek the help of the Marathas against Ahmadshah Abdali's invasion?
The Mughals were facing a threat from the Rohillas and Afghans
What were the terms of the treaty between the Mughals and the Marathas in 1752 CE?
The Marathas agreed to protect the Mughal power from enemies, and in return, they were to get cash money and the right to collect chauthai in certain territories.
What was the primary reason the Mughals sought the help of the Marathas against Ahmadshah Abdali's invasion?
The Mughals were facing a threat of invasion from Ahmadshah Abdali.
Study Notes
Ahmadshah Abdali's Invasion
- Ahmadshah Abdali, the ruler of Afghanistan, was attracted to the riches of India and marched on the Punjab in 1751 CE.
- The Mughal territory was facing anarchy, which led to the Mughals seeking help from the Marathas to protect themselves from Abdali's invasion.
Treaty between the Mughals and the Marathas
- The Emperor entered into a treaty with the Marathas in April 1752 to ensure their protection from enemies.
- According to the treaty, the Marathas agreed to protect the Mughal power from enemies like the Rohillas, the Jats, the Rajputs, and the Afghans.
- In return, the Marathas were to receive:
- Cash money
- The right to collect chauthai in the territories of:
- Punjab
- Multan
- Rajputana
- Sindh
- Rohilkhand
- The Subhedari of:
- Ajmer province
- Agra province
Learn about Ahmad Shah Abdali's invasion of Punjab in 1751 CE and the circumstances that led the Mughals to seek help from the Marathas. Understand the treaty between the Mughals and the Marathas during this period.
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