In context with the influence of landed aristocracy in historical governance, consider the following statements:

The landed aristocracy often acted as kingmakers during succession wars.

Rajputs migrated to Malwa and Gujarat due to Muslim invasions.

The wanta system was a reform introduced by Sultan Ahmad Shah I in Gujarat.

Primary zamindars were generally more powerful than intermediary zamindars in regional states.

How many of the above statements are correct?

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The landed aristocracy often acted as kingmakers during succession wars: Correct. Their military strength often influenced the outcomes of royal successions.
Rajputs migrated to Malwa and Gujarat due to Muslim invasions: Correct. This migration was a response to territorial pressures and conflicts.
The wanta system was a reform introduced by Sultan Ahmad Shah I in Gujarat: Correct. This system altered land revenue collection and governance.
Primary zamindars were generally more powerful than intermediary zamindars in regional states: Correct. Primary zamindars had greater influence in the mainland compared to their peripheral counterparts.

Thus, all four statements are correct. The correct answer is (C) All four.

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All four

The landed aristocracy often acted as kingmakers during succession wars: Correct. Their military strength often influenced the outcomes of royal successions.
Rajputs migrated to Malwa and Gujarat due to Muslim invasions: Correct. This migration was a response to territorial pressures and conflicts.
The wanta system was a reform introduced by Sultan Ahmad Shah I in Gujarat: Correct. This system altered land revenue collection and governance.
Primary zamindars were generally more powerful than intermediary zamindars in regional states: Correct. Primary zamindars had greater influence in the mainland compared to their peripheral counterparts.

Thus, all four statements are correct. The correct answer is (C) All four.

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