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How many sub-committees did Megasthenes say coordinated Mauryan military activity?
ANine
BTwo
CSix
DTen
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Six
1. They handled navy, transport, infantry, horses, chariots, elephants.
2. There were six sub-committees.
3. Greek sources claim 600,000 foot soldiers.
_Source: NCERT Class 12 Themes in Indian History Part I, Theme 2, Kings, Farmers and Towns: Early States and Economies._
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