The Cambridge History of India, Vol. IV: The Mughul Period v4.c27.713

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Shāhū, detained in Aurangzīb's camp, 247, 284, 366, 392; promised recognition by Husain ‘Alī, 338; 365; his desire for peace with Mughuls, 378; his weak authority, 379; estranged from Āsaf Jāh, 380; takes refuge in Purandar, 381; restored by Bahādur Shāh, 392; his early difficulties, 393; his treaty with Farrukh-siyar, 395; aids Nizām against Mubāriz Khān, 399; attacked by Nizām, attains independence, 400; reconciled to Shambhūjī II, 401; his death, character and wills, 408–9; allowed Peshwās to usurp power, 412