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CGPSC 2017 · Question 2 of 100

The following were the Officers in the 'Ashtapradhan' of Shivaji : 1. Mazumdar 2. Dabir 3. Waknis 4. Surnis Select the correct answer :

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  1. A1, 2, 3
  2. B2, 3, 4
  3. C1, 2, 4
  4. D1, 3, 4
  5. E1, 2, 3, 4Correct

Answer: E. 1, 2, 3, 4

Explanation

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of the Maratha Empire, established a highly organized and efficient administrative system. A significant part of this system was the 'Ashtapradhan' (Council of Eight Ministers).

Source: CGPSC 2017 official paper

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