The council of eight ministers that assisted Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in his administrative affairs was popularly known by what name? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The council of eight ministers that assisted Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in his administrative affairs was popularly known by what name?
A. Ashta Diggajas
B. Paanch Pyare
C. Ashta Pradhan
D. Navaratnas
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The 'Ashta Pradhan' was Shivaji's council of eight ministers, including titles such as Peshwa, Amatya, and Senapati, to look after specific state departments.

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