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Describe the significance of the Third Battle of Panipat and its impact on Indian polity.
Describe the significance of the Third Battle of Panipat and its impact on Indian polity.
The Third Battle of Panipat, fought on January 14, 1761, was between the Maratha Empire and the Durrani Empire led by Ahmad Shah Abdali. The Marathas suffered a severe defeat, leading to a temporary decline in their influence. This battle marked the end of Maratha attempts to control northern India and created a power vacuum that facilitated British colonial expansion in the later years.