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Daily UKPSC / UKSSSC MCQs : Uttarakhand
23 December, 2025
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Q1. What was the role of Sauda-Bhangadhikrita in the Kartikeyapura state?
(A) Chief military commander
(B) Chief architect / head of construction works
(C) Guardian of the royal treasury
(D) Head of the judicial department
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Explanation: The Sauda-Bhangadhikrita was the chief architect of the Kartikeyapura state, responsible for royal and public construction works. The word Sauda means construction, and Bhang means department or authority. This was a high administrative post because the construction of temples, forts, palaces, and other important structures had political and religious significance. The officer supervised design, cost estimation, craftsmanship, and inspection of buildings. Options A, C, and D do not describe this role.
Q2. Which statement is correct regarding the offices of Rajdauvarika and Rajamatya?
(A) Rajdauvarika was the palace guard, and Rajamatya managed the council of ministers
(B) Rajdauvarika headed the council of ministers, and Rajamatya was the palace guard
(C) Both positions performed the same functions
(D) Rajdauvarika was the army chief and Rajamatya guarded the treasury
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Explanation: In Kartikeyapura administration, Rajdauvarika was an important security officer who served as the palace guard, responsible for protecting the king and royal buildings. This was a physical security post.
Rajamatya, on the other hand, referred to the council of ministers, who acted as chief advisors to the king. The term Matya means minister or counselor. The Pandukeshwar inscription mentions Kumaramatya, showing that the title was used for high-ranking officials. Options B, C, and D are incorrect.
Q3. Which of the following is the correct matching of the roles of Akshapataladhikrita and Mahasandhivigrahika?
(A) Akshapataladhikrita – Minister of peace and foreign affairs; Mahasandhivigrahika – Home minister
(B) Akshapataladhikrita – Home minister or land-records officer; Mahasandhivigrahika – Minister of peace and foreign affairs
(C) Akshapataladhikrita – Army chief; Mahasandhivigrahika – Head of intelligence
(D) Both posts performed identical functions
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Explanation: In Kartikeyapura administration, Akshapataladhikrita was a financial and administrative officer. The term Akshapatal means records or accounts, indicating that he managed land records, revenue documents, and internal administration—similar to a home minister or chief record officer.
The Mahasandhivigrahika handled matters related to treaties (sandhi) and wars (vigraha), making him responsible for foreign policy and diplomacy, similar to a modern foreign minister. Option A assigns roles incorrectly, and options C and D are wrong.
Q4. Which of the following statements regarding the four divisions of the Kartikeyapura army and their commanders is NOT correct?
(A) The infantry commander was called Gaulmika
(B) The supreme commander of the cavalry was Ashvabaladhikrita
(C) The commander of the elephant corps was Hastibaladhikrita
(D) The commander of the camel corps was Ushtrabaladhikrita
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Explanation: All the given statements are correct, so this question needs revision for competitive exams.
The Kartikeyapura army had four divisions:
- Infantry (Padatika) – Commander: Gaulmika
- Cavalry (Ashvarohi) – Supreme Commander: Ashvabaladhikrita
- Elephant corps (Gajarohi) – Commander: Hastibaladhikrita
- Camel corps (Ushtrarohi) – Commander: Ushtrabaladhikrita
The chiefs of all these divisions were collectively called Mahasamantas.
Q5. According to the structure of the Kartikeyapura army, which military force was considered the most important?
(A) Infantry
(B) Elephant corps
(C) Cavalry
(D) Camel corps
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Explanation: Among the four branches of the Kartikeyapura army, the cavalry was considered the most important because its commander was specifically called the Supreme Commander (Ashvabaladhikrita), whereas such a title was not used for other branches. This linguistic distinction indicates the higher military importance of cavalry. In mountainous regions, horses were essential for rapid movement, reconnaissance, and swift attacks, making cavalry strategically superior.
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