The head of a district (Ahara), the principal coordinator of the revenue and the officer in charge of

Q. The head of a district (Ahara), the principal coordinator of the revenue and the officer in charge of general and military functions in his jurisdiction during Mauryan empire was known as

(a) Krori

(b) Rajuka

(c) Foujdar

(d) Chirastadar

Ans: (b) Rajuka

Explanation: The correct answer is (b) Rajuka.

During the Mauryan empire, the head of a district (Ahara) and the principal coordinator of revenue and general and military functions in his jurisdiction was known as a Rajuka. The Rajuka held administrative and executive responsibilities and played a crucial role in maintaining law and order, collecting taxes, and overseeing various aspects of governance within their respective districts.

Therefore, the correct answer is (b) Rajuka.