The dynamic administrative system 'Ashta Pradhan' featured a foreign affairs minister position known as the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The dynamic administrative system 'Ashta Pradhan' featured a foreign affairs minister position known as the:
A. Sachiv
B. Amatya
C. Sumant (or Dabir)
D. Mantri
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The 'Sumant' (or Dabir) handled foreign diplomacy, managing relationships with neighboring states and receiving foreign ambassadors at the Maratha court.

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Question #1
Which dynasty of the Vijayanagara Empire was founded by the powerful commander Saluva Narasimha in 1485 CE?
A. Aravidu Dynasty
B. Sangama Dynasty
C. Tuluva Dynasty
D. Saluva Dynasty

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Saluva Narasimha executed a military coup to save the collapsing empire from the weak Sangama rulers, establishing the short-lived Saluva Dynasty.

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Question #2
The 'Rawat' or 'Rawat' was a title used by which Rajput clan?
A. Kachwahas
B. Chauhans
C. Sisodias
D. Rathores

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The term 'Rawat' was often used as a title by the Rathore clan of Rajputs.

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Question #3
Which highly regarded medieval work on music, titled 'Sangita Ratnakara', was composed by Sarangadeva during the 13th century in the Deccan?
A. Yadava Court text
B. Kakatiya Court text
C. Chola Court text
D. Pandya Court text

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Sarangadeva worked as an accountant at the court of the Yadava dynasty of Devagiri. His 'Sangita Ratnakara' is considered one of the core systematic texts on classical music.

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