A History of the Mahrattas v2.c58.43

v2.c58.43

The grandson of the late Rughoojee Bhonslay, a minor named Goozur, was, in the meantime, adopted by the widow of the late Rughoojee, and, assuming the name of his grandfather, was seated on the musnud. The widow was considered regent; but for the present, and during the minority, the whole administration was committed to the charge of the Resident, who, in the Raja’s name, directed every department under the immediate superintendence of officers appointed by himself.