Q. Which of the following pair/s is/are correctly matched?
1.Diwan-i- Wizarat:War department
2.Diwan-i-Rasalat:Foreign Affairs
3.Diwan-i-Insha:Communications
Choose the correct answer from below given codes:

[A] 1 only

[B] 1 and 2 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: Sher Shah’s Administration (c.1540–1545 CE): Although his rule lasted for only five years, he organised a brilliant administrative system which served as inspiration to not only the Mughal administration but to the British too.

The king was assisted by four important ministers:

  • Diwan-i- Wizarat – Also called Wazir, in charge of Revenue and Finance.
  • Diwan-i-Ariz – In charge of the Army.
  • Diwan-i-Rasalat – Foreign Minister
  • Diwan-i-Insha – Minister for Communications.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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