According to later Vedic texts, the royal officer called 'Sangrahitri' was the:

In later Vedic texts, the "Sangrahitri" was the royal treasurer, or the officer in charge of collecting and storing the king's wealth.

About the Sangrahitri:

• The word comes from "sangraha", meaning "collection" or "storage".
• He was in charge of the royal treasury and the collection of the king's share of wealth.
• In some interpretations, he was the king's charioteer or the officer of the royal stores; scholars differ on the exact role, but exam texts usually describe him as the treasurer.

The "Ratnins":

• In the later Vedic period, the king was assisted by a group of high officials called "ratnins" ("jewels" of the king).
• During the Rajasuya sacrifice, the king visited the houses of the ratnins and offered them gifts, which shows their importance.
• The Shatapatha Brahmana and other texts list about 12 ratnins.

Some important ratnins and officials:

• Senani: the commander of the army.
• Suta: the charioteer and royal herald.
• Kshattri: the chamberlain.
• Akshavapa: the officer in charge of the game of dice (or the accountant).
• Govikartana: the king's companion in hunting.
• Palagala: the messenger.
• Mahishi: the chief queen.

Growth of royal power in the later Vedic period:

• The king's power increased, and he performed large sacrifices to show his authority.
• A regular system of officials began to develop.
• Taxes began to be collected more regularly.
• The popular assemblies (sabha and samiti) became less important.

Why not the other options?

• ✗The commander of the army was called "Senani".
• ✗The village headman was called by another term.
• ✗The royal priest was called by another term.