In the light of ancient Indian administration, consider the following statements:

Vaishali was known for its guilds of artisans and merchants during the Gupta period.

Panchamandali was a committee of five that managed local affairs in rural areas.

The Ashtakuladhikarana was an organization comprising eight leading families at the village level.

Purapala was the title given to the king who administered the towns in the Gupta empire.

How many of the above statements are correct?

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Vaishali was known for its guilds of artisans and merchants during the Gupta period: This is correct; Vaishali had organized guilds like Nigama for traders and Kulika for artisans.
Panchamandali was a committee of five that managed local affairs in rural areas: This is correct; it was a local governance body in some areas of central India.
The Ashtakuladhikarana was a corporate organization comprising eight leading families at the village level: This is correct; it was lead by Mahattara.
Purapala was the title given to the king who administered the towns in the Gupta empire: This is incorrect; Purapala was an officer in charge of town administration, not a king.

Thus, three of the statements are correct.

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Only three

Vaishali was known for its guilds of artisans and merchants during the Gupta period: This is correct; Vaishali had organized guilds like Nigama for traders and Kulika for artisans.
Panchamandali was a committee of five that managed local affairs in rural areas: This is correct; it was a local governance body in some areas of central India.
The Ashtakuladhikarana was a corporate organization comprising eight leading families at the village level: This is correct; it was lead by Mahattara.
Purapala was the title given to the king who administered the towns in the Gupta empire: This is incorrect; Purapala was an officer in charge of town administration, not a king.

Thus, three of the statements are correct.

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