What was the administrative state of India between 7th century CE and 12th century CE?
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Step-by-step explanation:
Ans. The new kingdoms were marked by the rise of the Samantas, the warrior chief in differentbregions of the subcontinent.
1 The king's granted the chiefs (Samantas) lands from which they could collect taxes. They
would maintain their needs and armies with the taxes they collected. 2. The kings also gave land grants to the Brahmins who were not required to pay taxes
3. Some of the chiefs (Samantas) became very Powerful who overthrow their kings and found their independent kingdoms.
4. Taxes were the main source of revenue (income) for the king's which was used for maintaining the palace, constructing temples, other buildings, conducting militar
campaigns and other welfare activities.
5. The king often looted and plundered each other's temples to acquire wealth.
6. Temples were the symbols of the king's power, wealth and fortune
- The medieval period of the Indian history started from the 8th century and lasted up to 18th century. During this period, India witnessed considerable social, economic, religious and political changes.