The 'Ashta Pradhan' was the council of ministers under: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Ashta Pradhan' was the council of ministers under:

A. Krishnadevaraya

B. Akbar

C. Alauddin Khilji

D. Shivaji

Answer: Option D

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Shivaji established the eight-member council for administration.

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