History • Ancient IndiaHard
In the administrative structure of the Satavahana dynasty, the territorial divisions known as 'Aharas' were administered by subordinate officials bearing which of the following titles?
A. Uparika
B. Amatya✓ Correct Answer
C. Vishayapati
D. Desadhikari
💡 Solution & Explanation
In the Satavahana administration, the provinces were divided into districts termed 'Aharas', which were governed by officials known as 'Amatyas'. The epigraphic records of the Satavahanas also highlight the presence of military governors called 'Senapatis' and district administrators who maintained local law and order. This decentralized administrative model facilitated agrarian expansion and maritime trade across the Deccan plateau.
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