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In the Mauryan administration, what was the function of the officer known as 'Sitadhyaksha'?

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Answer options

  1. Superintendent of mines
  2. Superintendent of weights and measures
  3. Superintendent of commerce
  4. Superintendent of agriculture

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Superintendent of agriculture

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: D) Superintendent of agriculture šŸ“š Explanation: The Mauryan Empire had a highly centralized administrative system with specialized officers for different departments. According to Kautilya's Arthashastra, the 'Sitadhyaksha' was the Superintendent of agriculture. He was responsible for the cultivation of crown lands (Sita) and managing the agricultural output of the state.