Question

Explain the structure of a village (Mauja) during the 17th century in Maharashtra.

Answer 1

Instructions: The answer to this question can be broken into 2 main parts:

1. Define a village (Mauja)
2. Mention the different people of the village and their occupation and role

Solution:

• Village was the smallest administrative unit and people in villages or Mauja were given different titles according to their profession.
• A village was governed by a patil who used to solve the problems of the village and maximize production.
• A Kulkarni used to help the Patil to maintain the records of the revenue.
• The population of the village also consisted of other artisans and peasants.