What was the term for Gupta administrative districts?

The districts were called Vishayas or Ahara.

Gupta Administration: Divine Kingship and Land Grants (2008 PYQ)

ID: ANC_HIS_PMPG_2008_110 Ref: History of Ancient India by RS Sharma

Read the following statements carefully- 1. Gupta Emperors claimed divine rights for themselves 2. Their administration was highly centralized 3. They extended the tradition of land grants. Answer on the basis of the following codes:

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Correct Option: C

Gupta emperors claimed divine rights and significantly expanded the tradition of land grants. However, their administration was decentralized rather than highly centralized, relying on provincial governors.