Question

"Astha Pradhan" a council of ministers helped in discharge of State affairs to:

  1. Harshvardhan
  2. Samudra Gupta
  3. Shivaji
  4. Yashovarman

Answer:

Option C: Shivaji

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Shivaji”.

The Ashta Pradhan was a council of eight ministers established by Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of the Maratha Empire. This council played a crucial role in administering the Maratha kingdom.