Here is Question No. 85 a part of our series on UPSC Prelims 2021.
Q85. With reference to medieval India, one of the following is the correct sequence in ascending order in terms of size?
a) Paragana – Sarkar – Suba
b) Sarkar – Paragana – Suba
c) Suba – Sarkar – Paragana
d) Paragana – Suba – Sarkar
Answer: (a)
- The Mughals in India had an elaborate administrative setup. The emperor was the head of the central administration aided by different officials like Mir Bakshi, Diwan etc. The empire was divided into provinces called subas. The entire Suba was divided into Sarkars (districts), each being looked after by a military officer called the chief Shiqdar. Each Sarkar was divided into smaller units called Parganas. There was a Shiqdar (military officer), Amin or Munsif (Civilian Judge), one Fotahdar (treasurer), and two Karkuns (clerks or writers) in each Pargana
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