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After Shivaji’s death, effective power in the Maratha state was wielded by a family of ____.


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After Shivaji's death, effective power in the Maratha state was wielded by a family of Chitpavan Brahmanas. Chitpavan Brahmanas, who served Shivaji's successors as Peshwa, held actual authority in the Maratha empire (or principal minister). Poona eventually became the Maratha kingdom's capital. The Marathas established a very effective military structure while ruled by the Peshwas.
 
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