Lord Hastings faced the Pindaris in the year 1817-18. The Pindaris were associated with which of the following professions during the time of Bajirao I?

• A. Goldsmith
• B. Horsemen
• C. Carpenter
• D. Tenant

Answer: (B)

The Pindaris (Also known as Scavengers of the Maratha) were the irregular horsemen during the time of Bajirao I. They settled in Malwa after the third battle of Panipat (1761).