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Q · Gupta Dynasty Medium · 45s
With reference to the administration under the Gupta Empire, which of the following statements is correct?
TopicGupta Dynasty
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The smallest unit of administration was the village, headed by Gramika. Provinces were called Bhuktis, and districts were Vishayas.
Final Answer: Option B — The villages were administered by the headmen known as Gramika.