Match the following in the context of Asht Pradhan system of Maratha rulers:
| Official | Department |
| a. Sachiva | Prime Minister |
| b. Peshwa | Incharge of Correspondence |
| c. Samant | Finance Minister |
| d. Amatya | Foreign Minister |
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Correct Answer: Option A
Detailed Explanation:
The Asht Pradhan (Council of Eight Ministers) was established by Chhatrapati Shivaji in the Maratha administration.
Peshwa – Prime Minister (head of the council)
Sachiva/Surunavis – Incharge of Royal Correspondence (maintained royal records)
Amatya – Finance Minister (managed revenue and accounts)
Samant – Foreign Minister (handled diplomatic affairs)
Correct matching: a-2, b-1, c-4, d-3
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