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The kingdom was tribal in character. The tribal chief was called rajan. He ruled over the people (jana) and-not over any specific area of land. His position was not hereditary. He did not live in any palace and did not collect regular taxes. His main function was to protect the people and lead the army to victory in battle. Battles were fought for land which was essential for agriculture and for pastures for the cattle. He received a large part of the booty collected in battle. He was also called gopati (Lord of Cattle) indicating that protecting and increasing the cattle was his other major role. He received from the people a voluntary offering called ball. The king did not maintain a standing army. The king's power was kept in check by assemblies such as sabha and samiti. The king dispensed his duties with the help of the purohita (religious advisor) and senani (army chief).
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