Q. Consider the following statements regarding the administrative structure of the Gupta Empire:
1.The title Kumaramatya referred to a high-ranking officer, often associated with the royal family and could hold multiple designations simultaneously.
2.The Sandhivigrahika was primarily responsible for judicial administration across provinces.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation:
- The title Kumaramatya denoted a high-ranking officer, often equivalent in status to a prince, and could be associated with the king, revenue department, or provinces. Individuals like Harisena held multiple designations (e.g., Kumaramatya, Sandhivigrahika, and Mahadandanayaka).
- The Sandhivigrahika (or Mahasandhivigrahika) was not responsible for judicial administration. Instead, they dealt with peace and war, handling correspondence with other states, alliances, treaties, and possibly initiating wars. Judicial or military duties were handled by officials like Dandanayaka or Mahadandanayaka.
Source: NCERT and Ancient India – NCERT (R.S.Sharma)
