Question

Write about the administration of Satavahanas.

Answer 1

Instructions:

1. Talk about the King and his roles and duties.
2. Talk about the division of the Kingdom.
3. Talk bout the division of provinces and its administrative system.
4. Talk about the administration of the rural areas.

Solution:

• The King was the supreme authority.
• He was also regarded as an upholder of Dharma​.
• The Kingdom was divided into provinces which were governed by Senapatis.
• The provinces were further divided into districts called Aharas which were governed by Amatyas.
• The rural areas were administered by officials called goulmikas.​