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Shivaji designated eight ministers as the ____, each holding an important portfolio.

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Navaratnas

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Navapradhans

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Ashtaratnas

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Ashtapradhan

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Solution

The correct option is D Ashtapradhan
Shivaji designated eight ministers as the Ashtapradhan, each holding an important portfolio.

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