51. Who was the chief civil and military officer during the Mauryan period?
a) Senapati
b) Mantriparishad
c) Mahamatya
d) Pradhan
Answer: c) Mahamatya
52. The Mauryan period was known for its efficient and extensive _ system.
a) Postal
b) Economic
c) Legal
d) Military
Answer: a) Postal
53. The Mauryan state had a complex system of __ which kept the record of the land, revenue, and administration.
a) Coins
b) Inscriptions
c) Manuscripts
d) Papyrus
Answer: b) Inscriptions
54. The concept of Dharma was a significant aspect of Mauryan administration, which was associated with
a) Religion
b) Ethics
c) Law
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
55. Who was responsible for the administration of the Mauryan provinces?
a) Mahamatya
b) Mantriparishad
c) Rajukas
d) Pradhan
Answer: c) Rajukas