INDIAN HISTORY

HISTORY

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Consider the following statements about Sher Shah’s administration
A
Only 1
B
Only 2
C
Both 1 and 2
D
Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The empire of Sher Shah was divided into Sarkars. The first five year of Sher Shah’s administration were used in setting up a new template for civil administration in India. He divided the entire kingdom in 47 divisions and called them “ Sarkars".

Detailed explanation-2: -Sher Shah Suri became the ruler of North India. He waged successful wars in Malwa, Rajasthan and Sind. He was a wise administrator and reorganised the military and the revenue system, improved communications, built roads and introduced the new coin, rupia. His sarais made travelling easy and safe.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sher Shah’s empire was divided into forty seven sarkars. Chief Shiqdar (law and order) and Chief Munsif (judge) were the two officers in charge of the administration in each sarkar.

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