Q. The term “salaka-gahapaka” is associated with which of the following?

[A] High priests

[B] Governing council

[C] Collector of votes

[D] Revenue collections

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: The corporate aspect of government was a major attribute of Gana-Sanghas.

  • They were based in smaller geographical areas and had more representative government.
  • The discussion matters were placed before the assembly who met in a hall, called Santhagara.
  • Gana- Puraka was responsible for ensuring quorum required for major deliberations.
  • The council discussed and debated the issues, and they were put to vote, if a unanimous decision could not be reached.
  • Voting was done with the pieces of wood known as salakas and salaka-gahapaka (the collector of votes) ensured honesty and impartiality.

Source: Poonam Dahiya

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