Mauryan Empire Flashcards
Sanskrit Drama on Ascent of Changragupta maurya
Mudrarakshas by Vishakadatt
Political Drama by Vishakadatt
Devichandraguptam
What are Mantrins?
Senior ministers in the king’s council
Mantrins played a key role in advising the king and shaping policies.
Who are Amatyas?
High-ranking officials handling administration and governance
Amatyas were crucial for the effective functioning of the kingdom’s government.
What is the role of Mahamatras?
Supervised different departments and reported directly to the king
Mahamatras ensured that the king’s directives were implemented across various sectors.
Who is the Samaharta?
Chief Revenue Officer, responsible for tax collection and financial matters
The Samaharta played a vital role in maintaining the kingdom’s financial health.
What does the Sannidhata manage?
The royal treasury and resources
The Sannidhata ensured the proper management of the kingdom’s wealth and assets.
Senapati
Commander in Chief
Dharmasthiya
Civil Courts)
– Dealt with property disputes, trade, and social matters
Kantakasodhana
Criminal Courts
– Handled crimes, fraud, and corruption.
Chief justice
Dharmaadhikari
Gudhapurushas
Secret Agents
Mahamatyapasarpa
Chief of Espionage
Rajukas
District Collectors
Vishaya
Districts
Yuktas
Executive Officers
Pradesthis
Revenue officials
Intermediate administrative units consisting of five to ten villages were managed by
Gopa and Sthanika
What is Pindakara?
General tax on agricultural produce.
This tax is typically levied on farmers based on their produce.
What does Bhaga refer to?
Share of produce paid to the king.
This is a form of tribute or tax that agricultural producers are required to pay to the ruling authority.
Hiranya
Tax paid in Cash
Sitadhyaksha
Superintendent of Agriculture - managed royal farms and irrigation projects
Samsthadhyaksha
Superintendent of Markets
Sulka
Custom Tax
Sitarama
Superintendent of Irrigation
