Which ancient ruler's administration is noted for its highly centralized structure?
Chandragupta Maurya
Chandragupta Maurya (c. 321–297 BCE), with his minister Kautilya (Chanakya), established a highly centralised administrative system covering a vast empire.
Kautilya's Arthashastra and Megasthenes' Indica describe an elaborate, tightly controlled bureaucracy with the king at the apex, aided by a council of ministers, provincial governors, an extensive espionage network and detailed fiscal administration.
Harsha's empire was loosely feudal; the Guptas delegated heavily to samantas; Pulakeshin II ruled a regional Chalukya kingdom.
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