What was the difference between Agronomai and Astynomoi?

Agronomai managed district and rural affairs (roads/irrigation), while Astynomoi managed city affairs (census/industry).

Mauryan Statecraft

UPSC Archival Analysis

In the Mauryan age, the official 'Agronomai' was primarily responsible for the construction and maintenance of roads.

Exam Year

2020

Evidence Source

ID: HIS_ANC_2020_31 Ref: Megasthenes, Indica