Question

a family of Chitapavan brahmanas served Shivaji 's successors as.
a, Maratha.
b, Peshwas.
c, Sumanta.

Answer 1

Answer:

After Shivaji's death, effective power in the Maratha state was wielded by a family of Chitpavan Brahmanas who served Shivaji's successors as Peshwa (or principal minister).

Explanation:

b, Peshwas.