1--- 2title: "🛡️ Understanding LOYA JIRGA: Afghanistan's Grand Tribal Assembley" 3description: "Explore Loya Jirga, the grand assembly in Afghanistan's tribal structure. Understand its significance, historical context, and implications for Afghan society." 4date: 2023-10-03 5author: "Rahim Zaman" 6tags: 7 - Afghanistan 8 - Loya Jirga 9 - Tribal Assemblies 10 - Traditional Governance 11 - Pashtun Culture 12categories: 13 - Traditional Systems 14 - Governance 15 - Anthropology 16<<<<<<< HEAD 17keywords: 18======= Loya Jirga - Definition and Meaning Loya Jirga (‪لویه جرګه‬‎ in Pashto) refers to the grand assembly, or grand council, traditionally convened in Afghanistan, notably amongst Pashtun tribes. Deeply rooted in tribal culture, the Loya Jirga serves as a platform for resolving major national issues, tribal disputes, and matters of substantial significance. These assemblies embody traditional methods of governance and dispute resolution, often operating through consensus and direct representation.