Q. Who founded the princely state of Bhor in Pune district?
Answer: Shankaraji Narayan Gandekar
Notes: Shankaraji Narayan Gandekar, a Maratha Sacheev, founded Bhor State. He served under Chhatrapati Sambhaji and Rajaram, played key roles in military campaigns, and managed several Maratha territories, including the Maval region in Pune district, where Bhor princely state was established.