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History GK · Q204

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Competitive Exams · History GK · question 204

Q204

During the Gupta Empire, the term "UPARIKARA" was used for

A.
An extra tax levied on all subjects
Answer
B.
Periodic supplies of fruits, firewood, flowers etc
C.
It was a voluntary offering by people to the king
D.
King's customary share of the production normally amounting to 1/6th of the production

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Uparikara was an extra tax charged over and above the land revenue.