What was the role of the 'Nyayadhish' in the Ashtapradhan?

The Nyayadhish was the Chief Justice, responsible for interpreting civil and military law.

Shivaji's Administrative System

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: The following were the Officers in the 'Ashtapradhan' of Shivaji: 1. Mazumdar 2. Dabir 3. Waknis 4. Surnis

Shivaji's Ashtapradhan council included specialized officers like the Mazumdar (Finance), Dabir (Foreign Affairs), Waknis (Internal Affairs), and Surnis (Correspondence). All these roles were vital to his centralized administration.

Exam Year

2017

Evidence Source

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ID: MED_MAR_2017_179 Ref: Satish Chandra, Medieval India

The following were the Officers in the 'Ashtapradhan' of Shivaji:1. Mazumdar2. Dabir3. Waknis4. Surnis

The following were the Officers in the 'Ashtapradhan' of Shivaji:
1. Mazumdar
2. Dabir
3. Waknis
4. Surnis