Early Vedic Age-Political Organization

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In early vedic age, monarchy was the prevalent form of government. The institution of monarchy was justified on grounds of divine sanction.

As a rule, kingship was hereditary. But there are instances when the king owed his position to the choice of the people. The king led the army in battles, administered justice and maintained the priestly classes.

The main source of income was war booties. Also, the voluntary gifts by the people were source of income.

The Senani, the Gramini and the Purohit were important members of the royal entourage.

While the Senani looked after the army, Gramini served as the village headman and Purohit was concerned with religious administrative matters. Read more

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