Consider the following statements regarding the central administration of the Maratha Empire: 1. The Peshwa, also known as the Mukhya Pradhan, was responsible for the general welfare of the state and acted on behalf of the king in his absence. 2. The Amatya functioned as the finance minister and was responsible for checking and countersigning public accounts. 3. The Walkia-Nawis or Mantri was in charge of maintaining records of the king’s activities and court proceedings. Which of the above statements is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D

Notes:

Explanation:

The Peshwa/Mukhya Pradhan was the prime minister, responsible for state welfare and officiating in the king’s absence.
The Amatya was the finance minister who verified and countersigned all public accounts.
The Walkia-Nawis (Mantri) maintained records of royal activities and court proceedings.

Source: NCERT and History Of Medieval India – NCERT (Satish Chandra)

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