Question

Lord Hastings faced the Pindaris in the year 1817-18. The Pindaris were associated with which of the following professions during the time of Bajirao I?

• A. Tenant
• B. Horsemen
• C. Goldsmith
• D. Carpenter

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Horsemen

The Pindaris (Also known as Scavengers of the Maratha) were the irregular horsemen during the time of Bajirao I. They settled in Malwa after the third battle of Panipat (1761).