WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which specialized administrative body, known as the 'Alunganam', existed in the local government of which dynasty?

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

Answer options

  1. The Pallavas
  2. The Cholas
  3. The Pandyas
  4. The Chalukyas

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: The Pallavas

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A) The Pallavas šŸ“š Explanation: Under Pallava administration, local governance was highly organized into various committees. The 'Alunganam' was an executive committee of the 'Sabha' (Brahmanical village assembly) responsible for managing the daily affairs of the village. This system laid the foundation for the even more sophisticated local self-government seen later under the Cholas.