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What was one of the main functions of local administration during this period?
What was one of the main functions of local administration during this period?
- Creating educational institutions
- Conducting territorial expansions
- Regulating trade and commerce
- Maintaining law and order (correct)
What title was given to the heads of the six parts that the provinces were divided into?
What title was given to the heads of the six parts that the provinces were divided into?
- Shiqda (correct)
- Amil
- Pargana
- Zamindar
Which official was specifically responsible for collecting land revenue?
Which official was specifically responsible for collecting land revenue?
- Shiqda
- Zamindar
- Pargana Head
- Amil (correct)
How were shiqs organized in relation to each other?
How were shiqs organized in relation to each other?
What was the vague and undefined aspect of local administration characterized by?
What was the vague and undefined aspect of local administration characterized by?
Study Notes
Local Administration
- Local administration was based on a traditional system with undefined boundaries.
- The provinces were divided into six parts, each headed by a Shiqdar.
- Shiqdars were responsible for maintaining law and order, protecting people from zamindar oppression, and fulfilling military obligations.
- Shiqdar's territories were further divided into Parganas, each with various officials.
- One important official was the Amil, responsible for collecting land revenue.
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This quiz explores the traditional local administration system, detailing the roles of Shiqdars and Amils. Learn how provincial divisions were managed and how officials maintained order and collected revenue. Test your understanding of the historical structure and responsibilities within local governance.
