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Appa, is a historical title conferred to the rulers of Maratha, Karnataka region. It was a title used to indicate administrator of a city which means 'head' or 'Father'.[1] It is used as a surname in certain regions of India, especially in the states of Maharashtra, Karnataka and Telangana and also in Andhra Pradesh and northern parts of Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, Goa whose family received it as a title.[2][2]

Historical rulers

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References

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  1. ^ Maratha Generals and Personalities: A gist of great personalities of Marathas. Pratik gupta. 2014-08-01.
  2. ^ a b Sinha, K. N. (1969). Studies in Anglo Maratha Relations. Lok Chetana Prakashan.