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. Heading the judicial courts in major cities
C. Maintaining law, order, and military security in a district (Sarkar)
D. Auditing the expenses of the royal household
Answer: Option C
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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