10 Questions
Shivaji Maharaj was responsible for choosing the Ashtapradhan Mandal based on their qualifications and work, and rewarded them with land and titles.
False
Agriculture was the main occupation in the villages, and Shivaji Maharaj recognized the importance of agriculture.
True
In adverse situations such as excessive rainfall or drought, Shivaji Maharaj provided tax exemptions and other benefits to the farmers.
True
Shivaji Maharaj instructed officials to provide good seeds for plowing and sowing purposes to the farmers during difficult times.
True
Shivaji Maharaj appointed Anaji Datto as the chief administrator of forest land management.
False
Shivaji Maharaj had the authority to appoint or remove the eight ministers in his Ashtapradhan Mandal.
True
The Ashtapradhan Mandal was formed to celebrate a specific event in Shivaji Maharaj's life.
False
The Ashtapradhan Mandal had seven prominent members along with Shivaji Maharaj.
False
Shivaji Maharaj was the head of the Ashtapradhan Mandal.
False
The members of the Ashtapradhan Mandal had the authority to dismiss Shivaji Maharaj from his position.
False
Study Notes
Shivaji Maharaj's Governance
- Shivaji Maharaj selected Ashtapradhan Mandal members based on qualifications and work, rewarding them with land and titles.
- Agriculture was the primary occupation in villages, and Shivaji Maharaj recognized its importance.
Support for Farmers
- Shivaji Maharaj provided tax exemptions and other benefits to farmers during adverse situations like excessive rainfall or drought.
- He instructed officials to provide good seeds to farmers for plowing and sowing purposes during difficult times.
Forest Land Management
- Shivaji Maharaj appointed Anaji Datto as the chief administrator of forest land management.
Ashtapradhan Mandal
- The Ashtapradhan Mandal was formed to celebrate a specific event in Shivaji Maharaj's life.
- It consisted of seven prominent members, with Shivaji Maharaj as the head.
- The members of the Ashtapradhan Mandal had the authority to dismiss Shivaji Maharaj from his position.
Test your knowledge about the formation and members of Shivaji Maharaj's Ashtapradhan Mandal. Learn about the key figures who were appointed by Shivaji Maharaj to this council and their roles in the state administration.
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