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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
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
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.

Multiple choice history sources of medieval india sources of modern history introduction to medieval india sources of medieval history

'Shrenis' were associations of ______.

  1. Rulers

  2. Crafts persons

  3. Farmers

  4. Herders
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Archaeological evidence for many crafts may not have survived. Many crafts persons and merchants formed associations known as shrenis. These shrenis of crafts persons provided training, procured raw material, and distributed the finished product. 

Multiple choice history sources of medieval india sources of modern history introduction to medieval india sources of medieval history

Describe the Archaeological excavation of Mehrgarh .

  1. They mainly cultivated barley and wheat

  2. Mud -brick structures found

  3. They made pottery on wheel

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Archaeological excavation of Mehrgarh has revealed that the earliest settlers were involved in domestication of animals and agriculture. They mainly cultivated barley and wheat. Many mud - brick structures, which are compartmented, have been discovered at Mehrgarh. Most likely they were granaries. During the early period these people used  stone tools. Polished stone - axes, flint blades and pointers have been found from this site.

Multiple choice history sources of medieval india sources of modern history introduction to medieval india sources of medieval history

Which one of the following is the oldest Smriti?

  1. Manu Smriti

  2. Narada Smriti

  3. Vishnu Dharmashastra

  4. Yajnavalkya Smriti
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A Correct answer
Explanation
  • Manu Smriti is considered to be the oldest Smriti.
  • It is variously dated to be from the 2nd century BCE to 3rd century CE.
  • It presents itself as a discourse given by dharma topics such as duties, rights, laws, conduct, virtues and others
Multiple choice history sources of medieval india sources of modern history introduction to medieval india sources of medieval history

The Rajatarangini of Kalhana was composed in ________.

  1. The thirteenth century

  2. The tenth century

  3. The eleventh century

  4. The twelfth century
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D Correct answer
Explanation
  • The Rajatarangini of Kalhana was composed in the twelfth century.
  • It is a metrical legendary and historical chronicle of the north-western Indian subcontinent, particularly the kings of Kashmir.