👉 Mahratta in Sanskrit is a term used to describe the form of payment required by a woman, specifically for her husband. In ancient India, this payment was often referred to as "mahanama" or "maraharta." It served as an integral part of marriage and was typically paid on a monthly basis. The term has been adapted into modern Hindi and English language terms, such as "Marhatarra," which is used to describe the amount required for a woman's husband
