Consider the following statements
1. The Marathas are yeoman Hindu from the western Deccan (present day Maharashtra) that rose to prominence by establishing 'Hindawi Swarajya'.
2. Some Maratha and Kunbi have at times claimed Kshatriya (the warrior and ruling class) standing and supported their claims to this rank by reference to clan names and genealogies linking themselves with epic heroes, Rajput clans of the north, or historical dynasties of the early medieval period."
3. The Marathas became prominent in the 17th century under the leadership of the Great Chhatrapati Shivaji Raje Bhonsale who revolted against the Bijapur Sultanate and the Mughal Empire, and carved out an independent kingdom with Raigad as his capital.
4. Known for their mobility, the Marathas consolidated their territory during the Deccan Wars against the Mughals and, at their peak, controlled much of northern and central India
Which of the above pairs is/are correctly matched?
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