Subahdar is a term used in Indian history to refer to a governor or commander-in-chief of a province. Synonyms for Subahdar include Nawab, which was a title given to Muslim rulers in India, and Diwan, which means a government official responsible for financial administration. Another synonym for Subahdar that denotes a person in a position of power is Daulat Khan, which was a title used by some Mughal officials. Other terms used in different regions to refer to a Subahdar include Sarkar, which means a district or region under a governor, and Mir Bakshi, which refers to a chief of artillery. These synonyms all reflect the diversity of linguistic and cultural influences in India's history.