Gopikabai
Indian noble (1724–1778) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Gopikabai (December 20, 1724 – August 11, 1778)[citation needed] was Peshwin of Maratha Empire, as the wife of Peshwa Balaji Baji Rao (also called Nanasaheb Peshwa). She had a very orthodox religious upbringing and belief. After the death of Nanasaheb Peshwa, she tried to expand her power over the Peshwa and the administration. She influenced her son Madhavrao Peshwa, who by sidelining Raghunathrao at her urging, assumed control. However, after trying to interfere in administrative matters, namely to save her brother from punishment, she was confined to Nashik. In 1773 she was freed after the death of Madhavarao and went back to Pune. Afterwards, Gopikabai became part of the priestly class. She developed a rivalry with other women in the Peshwa's household. She was the mother of three successive Peshwas.
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Born | (1724-12-20)December 20, 1724 Supa, Parner, India |
Died | August 11, 1778(1778-08-11) (aged 53) |
Spouse | Peshwa Balaji Baji Rao |
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Relatives | Anandrao Raste (brother) |