The 'Chauth' and 'Sardeshmukhi' were what in Shivaji Maharaj's administrative system?

Quiz Options

• Forms of tax or tribute
• Military ranks
• Legal decrees
• Types of forts

Explanation

'Chauth' was a tax of one-fourth of the revenue collected from areas outside his direct rule, and 'Sardeshmukhi' was an additional tax, both indicating Maratha influence and financial claims.