With reference to the provincial administration under Shivaji, consider the following statements: 1. The kingdom was divided into four provinces, each governed by a viceroy. 2. Officers were paid through the jagirdari system to maintain local loyalty. 3. The lowest unit of administration was the village, where traditional systems continued. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation:

For administrative convenience, Shivaji divided his kingdom into four provinces, each under a viceroy.
Shivaji abolished the jagirdari system and paid all officers in cash, thereby reducing feudal dependencies and increasing central control.
The village was the lowest unit of governance, and the traditional administrative system continued at that level.

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

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