Under Mauryan administration the 'Sitadhyaksha' was the officer in charge of:

agriculture

The correct answer is Option  4 - agriculture

The Sitadhyaksha in Mauryan administration was the officer in charge of agriculture.

The Mauryan Empire had a highly centralized and efficient administrative system. The emperor was the supreme head of the state and was assisted by a council of ministers. The empire was divided into provinces, each of which was governed by a governor. The governors were responsible for maintaining law and order, collecting taxes, and administering justice.

The Mauryan Empire also had a number of departments that were responsible for various aspects of the administration. The Sitadhyaksha was the head of the department of agriculture. He was responsible for overseeing the cultivation of crops, irrigation, and the storage and distribution of food.

The other options are incorrect:

• The royal harem was managed by the Harem Superintendent.
• The customs department was headed by the Sulkaadhyaksha.
• The mines department was headed by the Akaradhyaksha.