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Medieval History UPPSC 2015 GS-I
Question

Who were Polygars of South India?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Territorial Administrative and Military Governors

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Territorial Administrative and Military Governors”.
Polygars were feudal rulers or chieftains in South India during the 16th to 18th centuries.

They were appointed by Nayaka rulers to govern specific regions and were responsible for both administrative and military duties. They collected taxes, maintained law and order, and led their troops in defense of their territories.

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