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LDC — Medieval Period — Administration

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Question 1 of 20

In the classification of Jaisalmer feudals, what did 'Davi' and 'Jivani' represent?

Question 2 of 20

Which term describes the social foundation of Medieval Rajasthan characterized by loyalty to the clan and hierarchical obligations?

Question 3 of 20

What is the primary subject matter of the 'Akshapatalik' officer in Allat's administration?

Question 4 of 20

Historical records surrounding peasant movements reveal that by the early 19th century, the feudal lords had structurally multiplied the 'Lag-Bag' (peripheral cesses) to approximately how many different types?

Question 5 of 20

What was the direct macro-economic consequence of the 1818 treaties with the British on the peasant-feudal relationship in Rajasthan?

Question 6 of 20

In the central administrative structure of Medieval Rajasthan, who held the supreme and indivisible authority over the executive, judiciary, and military domains simultaneously?

Question 7 of 20

In the revenue and administrative hierarchy of Medieval Rajasthan, the 'Hakim' played a crucial role at the local Pargana level. Which central authority was primarily responsible for recommending the appointment of a Hakim?

Question 8 of 20

Consider the following statements regarding the 'Lata-Kunta' system of revenue collection: Statement I: The 'Kunta' method involved estimating the state's revenue share merely by visually inspecting the standing crops in the field. Statement II: The Kunta method was highly objective and generally eliminated all disputes between farmers and revenue officials. Which of the above statements is/are correct?

Question 9 of 20

Assertion (A): The vast majority of the agricultural land in a medieval Rajput princely state was strictly designated as 'Khalsa' land, directly enriching the central treasury. Reason (R): Feudal lords (Samantas) required large tracts of 'Jagir' land to economically maintain their cavalry and provide requisite military support to the central king. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct?

Question 10 of 20

Who was the 'Diwan' (Prime Minister) of Maharana Jagat Singh II?

Question 11 of 20

Assertion (A): In medieval Rajasthan, 'Inam' land was strictly reserved to meet the personal expenses of the royal family. Reason (R): 'Inam' land was granted as a reward for extraordinary bravery or exceptional service to the state. Choose the correct option:

Question 12 of 20

What was the 'Bhartu Rekh'?

Question 13 of 20

Consider the following statements regarding Pargana administration: 1. The Hakim was the highest officer of the Pargana, holding both administrative and judicial powers. 2. The Faujdar was primarily a revenue officer responsible for fixing and enforcing rent rates. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Question 14 of 20

If a Samant successfully deposited the required funds for military service into the central treasury, this specific fiscal reality was recorded as:

Question 15 of 20

The Gagron Fort is categorized under which type of fortification strategy?

Question 16 of 20

Assertion (A): The medieval Rajasthani justice system was heavily reliant on 'Kul-maryada'. Reason (R): The society lacked modern, formal written democratic constitutions. Select the correct answer from the codes given below:

Question 17 of 20

If a Samant incurred an actual expenditure of ₹50,000 for maintaining troops, but his Sanad listed an estimated income of ₹80,000, what does the ₹50,000 represent?

Question 18 of 20

Match the Princely State with its specific bureaucratic term for the 'Succession Fee' (Talwar-Bandhai): List-I A. Mewar B. Marwar C. Jaipur List-II 1. Hukamnama 2. Najrana 3. Qaid Khalsa Codes:

Question 19 of 20

Which officer in the Rajput administration was considered the 'Head of Correspondence'?

Question 20 of 20

Consider the following Assertion (A) and Reason (R): Assertion (A): The treaties of 1818 ultimately led to severe economic exploitation of the peasantry and triggered massive farmer movements in Rajasthan. Reason (R): Following the treaties, the heavy financial burden of paying tribute (Khiraj) to the British was shifted by the rulers onto the Samants, who recovered it by imposing multiple 'Lag-Bags' on the farmers. Choose the correct option:

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