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Question

Who among the following officers was not a functionary under the Mauryan Administration ?

The correct answer is
Nayakas

Mauryan Administration: Identifying Non-Functionary Officers

The Mauryan administrative system included various specialized officers. To answer the question, we need to identify which of the listed officers did not hold a position within this system.

Key Mauryan Administrative Roles

  • Pradesikas: These were high-ranking officials responsible for the administration and justice in districts.
  • Rajukas: Appointed by the Mauryan rulers, particularly Ashoka, they managed land revenue and judicial matters, especially in rural areas.
  • Yuktas: These officials were generally associated with the treasury, responsible for managing state finances and revenue collection.

The Officer Outside Mauryan Administration

The term Nayakas typically refers to military leaders or chieftains, and this title was not a standard administrative designation within the Mauryan governmental structure. Historical records primarily associate Pradesikas, Rajukas, and Yuktas with the Mauryan bureaucracy.

Conclusion on Mauryan Functionaries

Therefore, among the given options, Nayakas were not functionaries under the Mauryan Administration.

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