UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 84
Ashokan inscriptions suggest that the 'Pradeshika', 'Rajuka' and 'Yukta' were important officers at the
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Correct answer: B
Correct Option: B (district-level administration)
Explanation: Ashokan edicts mention Pradeshikas, Rajukas and Yuktas as officials involved in district-level tours, administration and enforcement of dhamma and revenue functions.
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Village-level officers were of a lower administrative tier.
B: Correct-these officers operated at district-level administration.
C: Provincial governors were higher-tier officials such as Kumaras.
D: They were not principally central secretariat officers.