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In which battle did the Marathas face defeat at the hands of the Afghans?

A. Battle of Plassey
B. Battle of Buxar
C. Third Battle of Panipat
D. Battle of Haldighati

Explanation:

The Third Battle of Panipat (1761) was fought between the Marathas and the Afghans, where the Marathas were defeated. Option "Battle of Plassey" was fought between the British East India Company and the Nawab of Bengal. Option "Battle of Buxar" was fought between the British East India Company and Indian rulers. Option "Battle of Haldighati" was fought between the Marathas and the Mughal Empire.

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