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===Administrative system===
Since ancient times, the Munda tribe has had its own social self-governance system. The social, religious, economic, cultural and criminal matters happening in the society have been settled through this governance system. This system was also adopted by the [[Licchavi (kingdom)|Licchavi dynasty]] of Vaishali.
Munda Adminstrative System Is divided Into four levels
'''1. Hatu Panchayat'''
'''2. Patti Panchayat'''
'''3. Padha Panchayat'''
'''4. Raj Panchayat'''
Hatu Panchayat▼
▲'''1.Hatu Panchayat'''
Every Khuntkatti village has its own Panchayat system which is also called Hatu Panchayat. Hatu means village. Panchayat meetings are usually held in Akhara. Akhara is the place where apart from meetings, cultural programs of the village also take place. This place is usually situated in the middle of the village.▼
▲Every Khuntkatti village has its own Panchayat system which is also called Hatu Panchayat. Hatu means [[village]]. Panchayat meetings are usually held in Akhara. Akhara is the place where apart from meetings, cultural programs of the village also take place. This place is usually situated in the middle of the village.
Following are the important persons in Hatu Panchayat system.
He is the head of the village Panchayat system. At some places it is also Known by the name of Munda. This post is given only to men. He is the chairman of the meetings inside the village. Represents the village in external affairs of the village. Settles the matters and disputes within the village.
B. Lal
'''Lal'''
Their job is to debate in the assembly like lawyers argue in the court. These are of three types.
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C. Pahaan▼
He is Munda's assistant and does all the village work in his absence.▼
▲He is Munda's assistant and does all the village work in his absence.
D. Pujari Pahaan
'''Pujari Pahaan'''
He performs Prayer during religious and festive occasions.▼
▲He performs Prayer during religious and festive occasions.
E. Mahato
'''Mahato'''
He is a assistant of Munda and Pahaan. Works as a messenger. Disseminates his instructions to the entire village and convey the information of other villages to Munda and Pahaan.
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'''2. Padha Panchayat'''
Padha Panchayat was formed by merging 12 to 20 Khuntkatti villages.The case which cannot be settled in Hatu Panchayat is brought to Padha Panchayat. Padha Panchayat resolves disputes between two or more villages. Apart from this, a person who is dissatisfied with the decision of Hatu Panchayat can appeal to this Panchayat. The head of Padha Panchayat is Padha Raja. This post is not hereditary.
He is assistant of Padha Raja . In the absence of Padha Raja, Thakur looks after all his work. This post is the second highest post in the Panchayat. This post is hereditary and is usually given to the eldest son.
B. Diwan
'''Diwan'''
He is the minister of Padha Panchayat. Its main function is to implement the orders of the Padha Raja. There are two types of Diwan. Garh Diwan and Raj Diwan. The Garh Diwan looks after the work inside the fort and the Raj Diwan looks after the work outside the fort.▼
▲He is the minister of Padha Panchayat. Its main function is to implement the orders of the Padha Raja. There are two types of Diwan. Garh Diwan and Raj Diwan. The Garh Diwan looks after the work inside the fort and the Raj Diwan looks after the work outside the fort.
C. Pandey
'''Pandey'''
Its main job is to keep the documents safe and, if necessary, present them before the Panchayat. Pandey also issues notice on the orders of Padha Raja.▼
▲Its main job is to keep the documents safe and, if necessary, present them before the Panchayat. Pandey also issues notice on the orders of Padha Raja.
D. Barkandaz
'''Barkandaz'''
He is the main assistant of the Diwan. This post is also known as Sipahi. Its main function is to deliver notices to every village on the orders of the Diwan.▼
▲He is the main assistant of the Diwan. This post is also known as Sipahi. Its main function is to deliver notices to every village on the orders of the Diwan.
E. Daroga
'''Daroga'''
It controls the assembly during the proceedings in the Sabha. It is the duty of the Daroga to deal with incidents so that no one attacks anyone in a fit of rage. It is also called the Karta.▼
▲It controls the assembly during the proceedings in the Sabha. It is the duty of the Daroga to deal with incidents so that no one attacks anyone in a fit of rage. It is also called the Karta.
F. Lal
'''Lal'''
Just like Hatu Panchayat Padha Panchayat also have lal, the officer who acts like a lawyer while deciding any case is called Lal. He argues for both the pros and cons and presents his arguments in the Padha Panchayat, only after that the Padha Raja announce the decision. There are three categories of Lal, Badlal, Majhlal and Chhotalal.▼
▲Just like Hatu Panchayat Padha Panchayat also have lal, the officer who acts like a lawyer while deciding any case is called Lal. He argues for both the pros and cons and presents his arguments in the Padha Panchayat, only after that the Padha Raja announce the decision. There are three categories of Lal, Badlal, Majhlal and Chhotalal.
G. Purohit
'''Purohit'''
It works for purification. When someone is re-introduced into the society, they first undergo purification which is done by the Purohit.▼
▲It works for purification. When someone is re-introduced into the society, they first undergo purification which is done by the Purohit.
H. Chawar Dolait
'''Chawar Dolait'''
He does the work of washing hands and feet in the fastivals, programs and sabha.▼
▲He does the work of washing hands and feet in the fastivals, programs and sabha.
4.Raj Panchayat
'''4. Raj Panchayat'''
This is the highest level panchayat in the Munda Adminstrative system. The decisions of this Panchayat are valid in the entire Munda community. Its head is called Raja or Sardar. The case which cannot be settled under the Panchayat, is settled in this Panchayat. It is also the highest appellate court. A person dissatisfied with the decision of Padha Panchayat can present his case in this court. There are 22 Padhas under this Panchayat.
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