What were the 12 states of the Sikh confederacy called ?

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Q: 76 (CDS-I/2016)
What were the 12 states of the Sikh confederacy called ?

question_subject: 

Geography

question_exam: 

CDS-I

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0,31,17,31,8,6,3

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{'sikh confederacy': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'sardari': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'rakhi': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'states': [1, 0, 0, 1], 'gurmata': [0, 0, 0, 1]}

The correct answer is option 1: Misl.

During the Sikh confederacy, the Sikh empire was divided into twelve separate smaller states called Misls. Each Misl was led by a different Sikh leader or Sardar who had their own territory and followers. The Misls were not unified under one central authority, but they were loosely allied and worked together to defend Sikh interests against external threats.

Option 2: Gurmata, is incorrect. Gurmata refers to a decision or resolution made by the collective voice of the Sikh community, often taken in a congregation or council.

Option 3: Sardari, is incorrect. Sardari refers to the leadership or authority held by a Sardar, who was a Sikh chief or leader.

Option 4: Rakhi, is incorrect. Rakhi is a Hindu festival that celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. It is not related to the Sikh confederacy or the twelve states of the Sikh empire.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1: Misl.