Medieval History
2021
Delhi Sultanate
Mughal Empire

With reference to medieval India, which one of the following is the correct sequence in ascending order in terms of size?

D.Paragana–Suba—Sarkar
A.Paragana—Sarkar—Suba
B.Sarkar—Paragana–Suba
C.Suba-Sarkar-Paragana

Correct Answer: Option A

During the Mughal period, particularly under Akbar, the administrative structure was organized hierarchically.

Inspired by Sher Shah's methods, Akbar structured his empire into distinct administrative units:

  • Paragana: A group of villages, forming the smallest administrative unit.
  • Sarkar: A collection of Parganas.
  • Suba: The largest unit, comprising several Sarkars.

Therefore, the correct ascending order of size is Paragana-Sarkar-Suba.

Hence, option A is the correct answer.