Question

write short note on administration of Patliputra, sources of revenue

Answer 1

Pataliputra (IAST: Pāṭaliputra), adjacent to modern-day Patna, was a city in ancient India, originally built by Magadha ruler Ajatashatru in 490 BCE as a small fort (Pāṭaligrāma) near the Ganges river.[1]

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It became the capital of major powers in ancient India, such as the Nanda Empire (345-320 BCE), the Maurya Empire (320-180 BCE), and the Gupta Empire (320-550 CE). During the Maurya period (see below), it became one of the largest cities in the world.

Extensive archaeological excavations have been made in the vicinity of modern Patna.[2][3] Excavations early in the 20th century around Patna revealed clear evidence of large fortification walls, including reinforcing wooden trusses.[4][5

Answer 2

Answer:

Land revenue was the main source of income. ... Revenue was also obtained from trade. Other sources income were forests, mines, custom, duties, fines and gifts. Arthashastra also mention water tax.

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