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(gradually, further, enterprise, democracy)
The twentieth century brought about ……………………… changes inspired by the West. India moved towards a ………….………… By then, the Peshwas had lost their ………….………… and they were ……………..…………. replaced by democratically elected bodies. The Sultanate at Delhi survived even this transition, largely because it wielded no real influence.

Answer

Answer:
1. further
2. democracy
3. enterprise
4. gradually

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