Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Battle of Khed:
  1. The battle was fought on 12 October, 1707.
  2. It represented a power struggle between Shahu I and Tarabai.
  3. Khed is situated near the Bhima River, close to Pune in present-day Maharashtra.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Answer: 1, 2 and 3
Notes: All three statements are correct:
  1. The Battle of Khed was indeed fought on 12 October, 1707.
  2. It marked a significant power struggle between Shahu I and Tarabai, highlighting internal divisions within the Maratha leadership.
  3. Khed is a historically important town near the Bhima River, close to Pune in Maharashtra.