Administration MCQs for Rajasthan SI
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Rajasthan SI — Medieval Period — Administration
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Question 1 of 20
In medieval Rajasthan, land ownership was not merely a means of economic production but primarily symbolized:
Question 2 of 20
Assertion (A): Sasan land granted to scholars and temples could not be legally sold or transferred by the recipient. Reason (R): It was structurally considered 'Punyarth' (charitable) and was strictly hereditary in nature. In the context of the above, which one of the following is correct?
Question 3 of 20
Which feudal privilege involved the King placing his hand on his own heart?
Question 4 of 20
The officer designated as 'Akshpatalik' in the Mewar region was primarily associated with which of the following administrative duties?
Question 5 of 20
Which term was utilized as a symbol of the ruler's sovereignty, and accepting it was considered an indicator of loyalty to the state?
Question 6 of 20
In the military organization of medieval Rajasthan, what was the 'Ahadi' (आहदी)?
Question 7 of 20
Which of the following terms refers to the estimated land revenue recorded in the grant letter (Patta) of a Jagir?
Question 8 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the 'Bapidar' farmers of medieval Rajasthan: 1. They possessed hereditary rights over the land they cultivated. 2. They were temporary tenants who could be easily evicted by the Jagirdars. 3. They held ownership rights over the wells and trees situated on their land. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 9 of 20
During royal celebrations such as the King's birthday or the birth of a prince, which specific tribute was collected from both the public and the Jagirdars?
Question 10 of 20
Assertion (A): The King was recognized as the supreme judge in medieval Rajasthan. Reason (R): The King personally resolved all minor village-level disputes to maintain complete control. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Question 11 of 20
How did the 'Aan' of Charans and Bhats function as an instrument of justice?
Question 12 of 20
In the clan-based administrative system of Medieval Rajasthan, what was the specific protocol followed by the King while addressing his Samants (nobles)?
Question 13 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding Pargana officials: 1. The Kotwal was responsible for monitoring markets and controlling crimes at the Pargana headquarters. 2. The Shikdar served as the official treasurer who kept exact income-expenditure accounts. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 14 of 20
What was the core administrative purpose of the 'Rekh' system in Rajput states?
Question 15 of 20
Local Rajput warriors who were granted 'Bhom' land exclusively in exchange for providing armed village security were commonly referred to as:
Question 16 of 20
The 'Hala Kar' was an internal military tax levied on Jagirdars. On what specific basis was the amount of this tax calculated?
Question 17 of 20
Assertion (A): Charans and Bhats frequently acted as mediators in complex disputes in medieval Rajasthan. Reason (R): Their 'Aan' was considered a powerful medium of justice as killing them was equated to the grave sin of 'Brahmahatya'. Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Question 18 of 20
Which officer was responsible for city administration and non-military expenses, known as 'Kotwal' in the Mughal system?
Question 19 of 20
What was the role of the 'Naimittik' in the royal court?
Question 20 of 20