UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2025

As is known from the edicts of Ashoka, 'Pradeshika', 'Rajuka' and 'Yukta' were important officers at what level?

  1. village-level administration
  2. district-level administration
  3. provincial administration
  4. level of the central administration

Answer

Correct Answer

district-level administration

Explanation

According to Ashokan inscriptions, Pradeshikas, Rajukas and Yuktas were important officials associated with district-level administration in the Mauryan empire, responsible for local governance, justice and revenue functions.

Topics: ashoka, history, mauryan administration