Q. Which Maharashtrian Brahmin subcaste produced the Maratha Empire Peshwas?
Answer:
Chitpavan
Notes: Chitpavan Brahmins produced the Peshwas who ruled the Maratha Empire from Pune in the 18th century. The Chitpavans emerged as influential administrators under the Marathas, surpassing other Maharashtrian Brahmin subcastes like Deshastha, Karhade, and Saraswat in political prominence during that era.