• Dr. Heisnam Nilkant Singh

The text discusses the historical emergence of the Meitei Kingship in Kangla, highlighting the role of Nongda Lairen Pakhangba in establishing a confederated Meitei state. The narrative details the socio-political structures, the hereditary nature of kingship, and the establishment of a council of ministers. It delves into the administrative divisions, the appointment of officials, and the evolution of administrative systems under various rulers, emphasising the reforms introduced by King Loiyumba. The abstract also touches on the Meitei state's emphasis on decentralisation, the Lallup system, and the introduction of various administrative departments and posts. The concluding part mentions King Garibaniwaz's reforms, including the extension of Lallup to hill areas and the integration of Hindu administrative practices. The abstract ends by highlighting the kings' adaptability to changing conditions and their efforts to govern the kingdom effectively.

"Traditional Polity in Mnaipur", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.3, Issue 2, page no.596-601, February-2016, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1701A86.pdf

"Traditional Polity in Mnaipur", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.3, Issue 2, page no. pp596-601, February-2016, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR1701A86.pdf