The administrative position of 'Faujdar' in the provincial administrative framework of the Mughal Empire was primarily responsible for:
A. Assessing and gathering land revenues in rural areas
B. Auditing the expenses of the royal household
C. Heading the judicial courts in major cities
D. Maintaining law, order, and military security in a district (Sarkar)
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A 'Faujdar' was a military commander appointed to oversee a district (Sarkar), tasked with keeping law and order, putting down local revolts, and assisting revenue collectors.
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