Q. With reference to the administrative system of the Chalukyas, consider the following statements:
1.The Chalukya inscriptions mention a council of ministers headed by the Pradhana.
2.The Mahasandhi-vigrahika was responsible for foreign affairs.
3.The administrative divisions of the Chalukya state included Vishayam, Rastram, Nadu, and Grama.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Inscriptions do not explicitly mention a council of ministers, though they mention ministerial designations.
  • The Mahasandhi-vigrahika was indeed the minister of foreign affairs.
  • The Chalukya administrative divisions were Vishayam, Rastram, Nadu, and Grama, as per the epigraphs.

Source: NCERT and Ancient India – NCERT (R.S.Sharma)

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