After the death of Shivaji, which group came to hold effective political power in the Maratha state?

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Chitpavan Brahmanas. After Shivaji's death, effective political power in the Maratha state gradually came into the hands of the Peshwas, who were Chitpavan Brahmanas. They became the real power behind the Maratha administration.

After the death of Shivaji, which group came to hold effective political power in the Maratha state?

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