Which officer was known as ‘Bhagadugha’ during Vedic administration?
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UPPCS General study paper I 2023
Chief Officer of the Gambling Department
Incorrect AnswerRevenue Collector
Correct AnswerMessenger
Incorrect AnswerChief Officer of Forests
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- Option 1: Chief Officer of the Gambling Department
There is no historical evidence of a dedicated gambling department in Vedic administration.
- Option 2: Revenue Collector
Bhagadugha is indeed the correct term for a revenue collector during the Vedic period. The term referred to someone responsible for collecting taxes or revenues.
Correct Answer
- Option 3: Messenger
A messenger in Vedic times had specific duties related to communication, but they were not called Bhagadugha.
- Option 4: Chief Officer of Forests
There was a different functionary related to forest management, not referred to as Bhagadugha.
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By: Parvesh Mehta