With reference to medieval India, which one of the following is the correct sequence in ascending order in terms of size? (2021)

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Correct answer: Paragana-Sarkar-Suba. In order to organise his kingdom for better administration and taxation, Akbar adopted Sher Shah’s methods and principles. The Mughal administration was organized into “Subas,” which were further subdivided into “Gram,” “Pargana,” and “Sarkar.” Under Akbar’s reign, there were approximately 15 Subas, while the number increased to nearly 20 during Aurangzeb’s rule. Option (a) is correct: The correct order according to the size is: Pargana -Sarkar- Suba. The entire Suba was split into Sarkars (districts), with a military commander known as the chief Shiqdar in charge of each one. Each Sarkar was divided into smaller units called Parganas. Each Pargana had two Karkuns (clerks or writers), one Fotahdar (treasurer), one Shiqdar (military officer), one Amin or Munsif (civilian judge).

With reference to medieval India, which one of the following is the correct sequence in ascending order in terms of size? (2021)

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