Q. What was the main outcome of the Treaty of Mungi-Shevgaon, signed on March 6, 1728, in Maharashtra's history?
Answer: The Marathas secured the right to collect Chauth from six Subahs in the Deccan.
Notes: The Treaty of Mungi-Shevgaon (1728) acknowledged Maratha rights to collect Chauth (tax) from six Deccan Subahs, strengthening their finances and cementing their political influence. This accord significantly altered power relations among the Marathas and the Nizam of Hyderabad in Maharashtra.