Gupta Empire Administration: The administrative system during the Gupta dynasty reign was similar to that of the Mauryan Empire. The King was that highest authority and possessed wide powers to enable the smooth functioning of the empire. At the time of the Gupta rule, there was political harmony in ancient India.
During the Gupta period, the empire was classified into separate administrative divisions like Rajya, Rashtra, Desha, Mandala, etc. Thus importance was given to decentralization of power. The administrative division helped the rulers to systematically control their territories.
The provinces were divided into numerous districts or Vishayas and a Vishayapati was appointed to control it. The Vishayapatis were generally the members of the royal family. They were assisted in this work by his council of representatives.
