Match the army officers of the Mauryan empire in column A with the respective salaries given to them in column B.
column A ( Army Officer) column B (Salaries)
a . Senapati 1 . 12,0000 pana per annum
b. Adhvakshas 2 . 8,000 pana per annum
c. Mukhvas 3. 4,000 pana per annum
d. Nayka 4. 4,8000 pana per annum
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. a-i, b-ii, c-iii, d-iv.
According to Kautilya's Arthashastra, which outlines the administrative and military structure of the Mauryan Empire, different army officers received salaries based on their rank and responsibilities. The Senapati (Commander-in-Chief) received the highest salary of 1,20,000 pana per annum, reflecting his top position. The Adhvakshas (officers in charge of transport and supplies) earned 8,000 pana, while the Mukhvas (spies or informants) received 4,000 pana annually. The Nayka (commander of a military unit) was paid 48,000 pana per annum. Thus, the correct matching is:
a-i, b-ii, c-iii, d-iv, showing a clear hierarchy in salary structure.