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The 'Ashta Pradhan' was a council of eight ministers that assisted which ruler?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
  2. Krishnadeva Raya
  3. Baji Rao I
  4. Maharana Pratap

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A) Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj šŸ“š Explanation: Shivaji established the Ashta Pradhan to facilitate efficient administrative and military governance in the Maratha Swarajya. The council was headed by the 'Peshwa' (Prime Minister) and included specialized roles like the 'Amatya' (Finance) and 'Senapati' (Commander). Unlike a modern cabinet, these ministers were directly responsible to the King and did not hold independent power.