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Which of the following terms in Mauryan administration was used to designate the superintendent of state-controlled commerce, trade, and weights and measures?

A. Sitadhyaksha
B. Panyadhyaksha✓ Correct Answer
C. Koshadhyaksha
D. Lohadhyaksha

💡 Solution & Explanation

Panyadhyaksha was the Mauryan state official responsible for supervising market conditions, commercial transactions, and regulating market prices as outlined in Kautilya's Arthashastra. Sitadhyaksha was the superintendent in charge of crown lands and agricultural operations. Koshadhyaksha managed the royal treasury, and Lohadhyaksha oversaw metallurgy and metal workshops.

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