History • Ancient IndiaHard
In the context of ancient Indian administrative terminology, what was the primary function of officers known as 'Rajjukas' during the Mauryan period?
A. Collection of customs duties and octroi taxes at city gates
B. Measurement of land and settlement of land boundary disputes✓ Correct Answer
C. Supervision of royal espionage and secret intelligence networks
D. Command of provincial garrisons and maintenance of fortresses
💡 Solution & Explanation
Rajjukas were revenue and judicial officials in the Mauryan empire responsible for land measurement, assessment, and settling boundary disputes among cultivators, possessing considerable judicial authority over rural populations as mentioned in Ashokan edicts. Tax collection was managed by Samahartas, and intelligence was gathered by Pativedakas and Gudhapurushas. This administrative specialization ensured agrarian stability across the vast empire.
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