Q. Which dynasty established the Maratha Empire?
Answer: Bhonsle
Notes: The Maratha Empire was founded by the Bhonsle dynasty. Shivaji, of the Bhonsle family, was crowned in 1674, establishing Maratha sovereignty. The Bhonsles ruled various regions like Satara and Nagpur. Other Maratha dynasties such as Gaekwad, Holkar, and Scindia ruled different parts of India later.