Question

With reference to the Gupta administration, mention briefly:

Provincial and District Administrative Machinery

Answer 1

With reference to the Gupta administration, the given headlines are explained ahead:

Provincial and District Administrative Machinery: The empire was divided into several provinces called Bhuktis or Desas. The provincial governors were usually princes of royal blood. As governors, they were called Uparika Maharaja or Pradeshikas. A Bhukti was divided into districts called Vaishyas, which were ruled by Vishayapatis, Prathamkayastha used to write letters and documents, Pushtapal, the keeper of records and Nagarshresthi, i.e., the chief banker. In urban administration, occupational bodies or guilds enjoyed considerate autonomy. They managed the various affairs of the town and played and important part in the administration of justice as well. They settled the disputes arising among their members.