History Important Questions Chapter 7 The Administration of the Swaraj Class 7 Maharashtra Board

Imp Questions For All Chapters – History Class 7

Short Questions

1. What was the Ashtapradhan Mandal?

• It was Shivaji Maharaj’s council of eight ministers.

2. Who was the Prime Minister in Ashtapradhan Mandal?

• Peshwa was the Prime Minister.

3. Who handled finance in Shivaji Maharaj’s rule?

• Amatya was in charge of finance.

4. Which minister looked after justice?

• Nyayadhish handled justice.

5. Why did Shivaji Maharaj build forts?

• To protect Swaraj from enemies.

6. Who was in charge of fort security?

• Havaldar was responsible for fort security.

7. Who supplied war materials in forts?

• Karkhanis managed war materials.

8. What were the two types of cavalry soldiers?

• Shiledars and Bargirs.

9. Which fort was built near Malvan?

• Sindhudurg Fort.

10. Why did Shivaji Maharaj build a navy?

• To protect Swaraj’s coastline.

11. Who was appointed for revenue collection?

• Annaji Datto was in charge.

12. How much tax did Shivaji Maharaj take from farmers?

• 30-40% of the total crop yield.

13. What happened to farmers during droughts?

• Their tax was reduced.

14. Who handled religious matters?

• Panditrao looked after religious matters.

15. Which country’s traders did Shivaji Maharaj fight at sea?

• He fought against the Portuguese and British.

Long Questions

1. What was the role of the Ashtapradhan Mandal?

• It was a group of eight ministers who helped Shivaji Maharaj in administration. Each minister had a different responsibility like finance, justice, and war.

2. Why was the Treaty of Purandar signed?

• The treaty was signed in 1665 with the Mughals after Shivaji Maharaj lost Purandar Fort. He had to give away 23 forts but kept 12 forts.

3. Why did Shivaji Maharaj build forts?

• He built forts to defend Swaraj from attacks by the Mughals and Adilshahi Sultanate. These forts also helped protect trade routes.

4. How did Shivaji Maharaj’s revenue system help farmers?

• He reduced tax to 30-40% and helped farmers with seeds, bullocks, and tools. If there was a drought or war, tax was reduced or canceled.

5. What was the importance of Shivaji Maharaj’s navy?

• His navy protected Maharashtra’s coastline from Portuguese, British, and Siddis. He built Sindhudurg Fort to strengthen the navy.

6. How was justice maintained in Swaraj?

• Nyayadhish was the chief justice who ensured fair decisions. Strict laws were made to punish criminals and protect people.

7. How was Shivaji Maharaj’s army disciplined?

• His army was strictly trained and followed rules. Soldiers were not allowed to harm women, loot temples, or trouble farmers.

8. Who was responsible for managing war materials?

• Karkhanis was responsible for storing weapons, ammunition, and war supplies in forts.

9. Why did Shivaji Maharaj encourage trade?

• Trade helped increase Swaraj’s wealth. He protected traders and built forts near ports for security.

10. Why is Shivaji Maharaj remembered as a great king?

• He protected Swaraj, built a strong army and navy, treated farmers fairly, and introduced a just administration.