The 'Maratha' empire used a system of 'Deshmukh' and 'Patil' for local administration. What was a 'Patil'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Maratha' empire used a system of 'Deshmukh' and 'Patil' for local administration. What was a 'Patil'?

A. Village headman

B. Military commander

C. Revenue collector

D. Provincial governor

Answer: Option A

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Patil was the village headman in the Maratha administrative system, responsible for local governance and revenue collection.

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