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Q. Which among the following options correctly depict the Mughal administrative divisions from smaller to bigger in terms of area.
Options:
A .  Suba - Sarkar -  Pargana
B .  Sarkar - Suba - Pargana
C .  Suba - Pargana - Sarkar
D .  Sarkar- Pargana- Suba
Answer: Option A
:
A
Explanation:
The Mughals in India established an elaborate administrative setup. The emperor was the head of the central administration aided by different officials like Mir Bakshi, Diwan etc.
The empire was divided into provinces called subas.The division of functions established at the centre was replicated in the provinces (subas) where the ministers had their corresponding subordinates (diwan, bakhshi and sadr). The head of the provincial administration was the governor (subadar) who reported directly to the emperor.
The sarkars, into which each suba was divided, often overlapped with the jurisdiction of faujdars (commandants) who were deployed with contingents of heavy cavalry and musketeers in districts. The local administration was looked after at the level of the pargana (sub-district) by three semi-hereditary officers, the qanungo (keeper of revenue records), the chaudhuri (in charge of revenue collection) and the qazi.

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