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?

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

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.