With reference to the administration during the Mauryan Empire, which of the following observations is/are correct?
A pradeshika was responsible for surveying and assessing land.
The gramika was always a paid servant of the village.

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A pradeshika was responsible for surveying and assessing land (Correct): The pradeshika oversaw district administration and had duties that included land surveying and assessment of rent, making this statement accurate.
The gramika was always a paid servant of the village (Incorrect): It is unclear if the gramika was a paid servant or elected by village members, indicating that this statement is not necessarily true.

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A pradeshika was responsible for surveying and assessing land (Correct): The pradeshika oversaw district administration and had duties that included land surveying and assessment of rent, making this statement accurate.
The gramika was always a paid servant of the village (Incorrect): It is unclear if the gramika was a paid servant or elected by village members, indicating that this statement is not necessarily true.

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