Which Maratha ruler established his capital at Ujjain in the 18th century?
Ranoji Scindia
Shivaji
Baji Rao I
Mahadaji Shinde
Answer
Ranoji Scindia, the founder of the Scindia dynasty, established his capital at Ujjain in 1731. The city remained an important political, commercial, and cultural center of central India until the early 19th century.