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Multiple choice the administration of the swaraj welfare of the people history

Under Shivaji's rule, the head of a unit of $25$ in the Cavalry was known as ____________.

  1. Jumadar

  2. Havaldar

  3. Faujdar

  4. Hazari
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B Correct answer
Explanation

In the administrative structure of Shivaji's army, a Havaldar was the officer in charge of a unit of 25 cavalry soldiers.

Multiple choice the administration of the swaraj welfare of the people history

Shivaji maintained a fleet at _______________.

  1. Surat

  2. Calicut

  3. Bombay

  4. Kolaba
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Shivaji Maharaj recognized the importance of naval power and established a naval fleet, with one of his major bases located at Kolaba.

Multiple choice the administration of the swaraj welfare of the people history

Under Shivaji each province was under a ___________.

  1. Viceroy

  2. Governor

  3. Diwan

  4. Zamindar
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Shivaji Maharaj divided his kingdom into provinces (prants), and each province was administered by a high-ranking official often referred to as a Viceroy or Subedar.

Multiple choice the administration of the swaraj welfare of the people history

Dadoji Konddev was the guardian of ________.

  1. Shivaji

  2. Shaji Bhonsle

  3. Sambaji

  4. Shahu
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Dadoji Konddev was a trusted administrator and mentor appointed by Shahaji Bhonsle to oversee the upbringing and training of his son, Shivaji Maharaj, in Pune.

Multiple choice the administration of the swaraj welfare of the people history

Shivaji's administration owed its origin to the principles laid down by _________.

  1. Kautilya

  2. Sher Shah

  3. Akbar

  4. Adi Granth
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Shivaji's administrative system, particularly the Ashtapradhan, drew inspiration from ancient Indian political treatises, most notably the Arthashastra authored by Kautilya (Chanakya).

Multiple choice the administration of the swaraj welfare of the people history

Which of the following are true about Shivaji?
1. He was a disciple of Ramdas Samarth.
2. He levied Chauth and Sardeshmukhi.
3. He became the Peshwa.

  1. I, II and III

  2. II and III

  3. I and II

  4. III and I
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Shivaji was a disciple of Ramdas Samarth and implemented the tax systems of Chauth and Sardeshmukhi. He was a Chhatrapati, not a Peshwa, as the Peshwa position was held by his ministers.

Multiple choice the administration of the swaraj welfare of the people history

In his early days Shivaji moved with ___________.

  1. Jat leaders

  2. Mawali leaders

  3. Santhals

  4. Bhils
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B Correct answer
Explanation

In his early years, Shivaji built his base by organizing and leading the local Mawali people from the Sahyadri mountain ranges, who were known for their bravery and knowledge of the terrain.

Multiple choice the administration of the swaraj welfare of the people history

Kondana was renamed as Sinhagad by ____________ in memory of Tanaji.

  1. Shaji

  2. Jijabai

  3. Shivaji

  4. Sambaji
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Shivaji Maharaj renamed the Kondana fort to Sinhagad to honor the sacrifice of his commander Tanaji Malusare, who died during the battle to capture it.

Multiple choice the administration of the swaraj welfare of the people history

The administrative council of Shivaji was known as,

  1. Parishad

  2. Mantriparishad

  3. Ashtapradhan

  4. Rajyaparishad
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Ashtapradhan was the council of eight ministers that assisted Shivaji Maharaj in the administration of his kingdom.