Q31
During Shivaji's rule the Council of the State consisted of
A.
Eight Ministers
AnswerB.
Eighteen Ministers
C.
Twelve Ministers
D.
Fifteen Ministers
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
The Ashta Pradhan (also termed Asta Pradhad or the Council of 8) was a council of eight ministers that administered the Maratha empire. The council was formed in 1674 by their king, Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.