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Description:
The article discusses the Manjani system of the Danuwar state of the Kamala valley. The term "Manjan" refers to a person or group of persons within a clan or dynasty hereditarily enjoying special, respected status and powers invested to that status in a social system. In the present context, the term is a corrupt and localized version of Sanskrit 'manyajanah'. Here in this article, the term refers to a traditionally maintained Danuwar office with judiciary powers, functions, and responsibilities associated with the status and prestige thereof. The article discusses the judicial structure of the Danuwars of Kamala Khoj in brief, such as punishment provisions criminals. (Rajeev Ranjan Singh 2007-02-26)
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