Mauryan Administration


 
 
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Mauryan Administration

King

  •  King was the head of Mauryan administration in which political, military. judicial, statutory and executive powers were vested He had the powers of appointment and termination of all officers
  • The Mauryan rule was monarchical which was neither autocratic nor divine.
  • Council of Ministers

  • There was a Council of Ministers to assist the king in which decisions were taken by majority but the decision of the king was final
  • Cabinet

  • There was a cabinet (like modern cabinet) within theCouncil of Ministers. It had about 3-4 members and was superior to the members of the Council of Ministers The king used to consult them on internal matters. These probably included the Prince, the Prime Minister, the General, etc
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    Question : 1

    Who assisted the king in Mauryan administration ?

    Right Option : B
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    Question : 2

    Match the following

     Designation Type of work
    (1) Agronomoi  (a) Municipal Commissioner
    (2) Antinomoi  (b) Collector
    (3) Pradeshik  (c) Higher officer related to City.
    (4) Mahamatya  (d) Pradesh mentioned in Arthshashtra.

     

    Right Option : B
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    Question : 3

    Which of the following are a part of Saptang Theory in Mauryan administration.

    Right Option : D
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