Q. Arrange the following in the chronological order of their rule:

1. Balaji Vishwanath
2. Balaji Bajirao
3. Bajirao I
4. Madhavrao

Select the correct chronological order using the codes given below:
Answer: 1, 3, 2, 4
Notes: Balaji Vishwanath, the first Peshwa reigned from 1713 to 1720. His son, Bajirao I, is the third Peshwa and ruled from 1720 to 1740. Following Bajirao's tenure, Balaji Bajirao took over and was in power until 1761. Finally, Madhavrao ruled from 1761 to 1772, maintaining the correct order as 1, 3, 2, 4.

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