Ashokan inscriptions suggest that the 'Pradesika', 'Rajuka' and 'Yukta' were important officers at the
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Correct Answer: Option B
Detailed Explanation:
These three officers worked together at the district (Pradesa) level during Ashoka's reign:
| Officer | Role |
|---|---|
| Pradesika | Head of district administration (like a district head) |
| Rajuka | Handled revenue collection and judicial matters |
| Yukta | Junior/subordinate official — helped with record-keeping and administration |
Mauryan Administration Officers
| Officer | Level | Function |
|---|---|---|
| Pradesika | District | Head of district administration |
| Rajuka | District | Revenue collection + judicial duties |
| Yukta | District | Subordinate; record-keeping, assistance |
| Amatya | Central/Provincial | High-ranking minister/officer |
| Mahamatta | Central | Special officers (e.g., Dhamma Mahamatta for moral welfare) |
| Pratiharas | Central | Palace guards/gatekeepers |
Mauryan Administrative Hierarchy (Top to Bottom):
- King (Centre)
- Provinces — headed by princes/governors (e.g., Taxila, Ujjain, Tosali, Suvarnagiri)
- District (Pradesa/Ahara) — Pradesika, Rajuka, Yukta
- Village — Gramani (village headman)
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