Maratha Administration

What was the role of Shivaji in Maratha Administration?

• He was a religious leader and did not involve in governance

• He was the founder of the Maratha Empire and implemented various administrative reforms to ensure efficient governance.

• He was a poet and focused only on cultural activities

• He was a military general and had no role in administration

How did the revenue system function in Maratha Administration?

• Through the collection of land revenue and taxes from the peasants and landowners.

• By selling government-owned properties and assets

• By relying on foreign aid and donations

• Through the distribution of free land to all citizens

What were the key contributions of Shivaji in shaping Maratha Administration?

• Establishment of a council of ministers, introduction of a revenue system, and creation of a strong military organization

• Establishing a monarchy with absolute power

• Introducing a new language for administration

• Building a network of trade routes

Explain the concept of 'Chauth' in the revenue system of Maratha Administration.

• Chauth was a tax levied by the Marathas on the territories they conquered, amounting to one-fourth of the revenue.

• Chauth was a type of military training for Maratha soldiers

• Chauth was a type of currency used in the Maratha territories

• Chauth was a festival celebrated by the Marathas to honor their leaders

What were the administrative reforms introduced by Shivaji in Maratha Administration?

• Introduction of democratic elections

• Establishment of Ashtapradhan Council, revenue administration, and military administration

• Abolishment of the council system

• Privatization of all government functions

How did Shivaji ensure efficient revenue collection in Maratha Administration?

• Ignoring revenue collection altogether

• Relying on donations from wealthy landowners

• Taxing the citizens heavily

• Land revenue assessment based on soil quality and crop grown

Explain the role of 'Ashtapradhan' in the administrative system of Maratha Administration.

• Ashtapradhan was in charge of collecting taxes and revenue for the Maratha kingdom.

• Ashtapradhan was a group of twelve ministers in the Maratha administrative system.

• Ashtapradhan was the council of eight ministers in the Maratha administrative system.

• Ashtapradhan was responsible for leading the Maratha army in battles.

What were the challenges faced by Shivaji in implementing his administrative policies in Maratha Administration?

• Support from neighboring kingdoms

• Smooth transition from previous administration

• Lack of resources

• Resistance from the Mughals, internal conflicts, and the need to establish a stable administrative system.

Discuss the impact of Maratha Administration on the socio-economic development of the region.

• The policies implemented by Maratha Administration caused widespread poverty and famine

• Maratha Administration had no impact on the socio-economic development of the region

• They imposed heavy taxes and regulations, leading to economic stagnation

• They implemented various policies to promote agriculture, trade, and industry, which led to overall growth and prosperity.