Administration in Medieval India
History ⇒ Medieval Indian History
Administration in Medieval India starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the process of revenue assessment under Akbar's administration.
Describe the role of the Amil in the Mughal administration.
Describe the role of the Diwan-i-Insha in the Mughal administration.
Describe the role of the Kotwal in medieval Indian towns.
Explain the difference between the Iqta and Jagir systems.
Explain the importance of the Suba in Mughal provincial administration.
Explain the main features of the Mansabdari system under the Mughals.
Read the following scenario and answer the question: In a Mughal province, the Subedar is facing issues with law and order due to frequent bandit attacks. Which official should the Subedar primarily coordinate with to restore peace and security?
Which administrative unit was the largest in the Mughal Empire? (1) Sarkar (2) Pargana (3) Suba (4) Village
Which department in the Mughal administration was responsible for military affairs? (1) Diwan-i-Insha (2) Diwan-i-Arz (3) Diwan-i-Wizarat (4) Diwan-i-Riyasat
Which of the following statements about the Mughal revenue system is correct? (1) Revenue was collected only in cash (2) Revenue was assessed based on crop production (3) Revenue was not collected from peasants (4) Revenue was fixed for all regions
Which of the following was a key feature of the Mughal administrative system? (1) Hereditary offices (2) Centralized authority (3) No revenue collection (4) Absence of military officials
Fill in the blank: The ________ was the administrative head of a Mughal province.
Fill in the blank: The ________ was the chief minister in the Mughal administration, responsible for revenue and finance.
Fill in the blank: The ________ was the head of the judicial department in the Delhi Sultanate.
Fill in the blank: The ________ was the head of the military department in the Mughal administration.
True or False: The Iqta system was a method of land revenue administration introduced by the Delhi Sultans.
True or False: The Jagirdari system was a form of land revenue assignment under the Mughals.
True or False: The Mughal administration was divided into central, provincial, and local levels.
True or False: The Mughal emperor had the power to appoint and dismiss provincial governors.
