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Which of the following Maratha administrative offices was responsible for keeping accounts of the royal household and maintaining records of revenue collections?

A. Peshwa
B. Amatya (or Majumdar)✓ Correct Answer
C. Sumant
D. Nyayadhish

💡 Solution & Explanation

The Amatya or Majumdar served as the finance and revenue minister within Chhatrapati Shivaji's council of ministers known as the Ashta Pradhan, maintaining meticulous records of royal household accounts and state revenue collections. Other officials like the Peshwa looked after general administration, while the Sumant handled foreign affairs and royal correspondence.

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