Multiple choice

The designation 'Bhatasvapati', in the Gupta administration, was given to the

  1. commander of infantry and cavalry

  2. commander of elephants

  3. police chief

  4. head of province

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Explanation

The central administrative system of the Gupta era comprised the Mantri/Sachiv (modern Chief Minister), Bhatasvapati (commander of infantry and cavalry), Kataka (commander of elephants), Dandapasadhikaran (police chief), Kumaramatyas and Ayuktas (provincial heads).