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In medieval Indian administration, which term was specifically used to designate the military commanders who were granted land territories to govern and collect revenue under the Vijayanagara Empire?

  1. Amara-nayakasAnswer
  2. B
    Mansabdars
  3. C
    Iqtadars
  4. D
    Jagirdars

Answer

Amara-nayakas were the military commanders under the Vijayanagara Empire who were granted territories for administration and revenue collection.
The Amara-nayaka system was a major political innovation of the Vijayanagara Empire. Amara-nayakas were military commanders who were given territories to govern by the Raya (king). They collected taxes from peasants, traders, and craftspersons, maintained a stipulated military force, and sent annual tribute to the king.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the historical empire and administrative role specified in the stem
The question asks for the title of military commanders holding land grants in the Vijayanagara Empire.
Different medieval dynasties used distinct terminology for military land assignments.
2
Recall administrative titles across medieval Indian polities
Vijayanagara utilized the Nayankara system featuring Amara-nayakas, whereas Delhi Sultanate used Iqta and Mughals used Mansabdari/Jagirdari.
Distinguishing regional and dynastic administrative nomenclature leads directly to the correct term.

Key Concept

Vijayanagara Administration and Nayankara System
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Medieval Indian Dynasties, Administration, and Regional Kingdoms

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