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Question
The Rajan did not have absolute power. Explain.
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Solution
The Rajan did not have absolute power because the members of two councils (Samiti and Sabha) exercised control over the king. They advised and guided the king. The member.of the tribe could give his opinion on important matters. In this way Rajan did not have absolute power.
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