Ganasangha, Gana-sangha, Gaṇasaṅgha, Gaṇasaṃgha, Gana-samgha, Ganasamgha: 1 definition
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Ganasangha means something in the history of ancient India. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
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Source: Wikipedia: India HistoryGaṇasaṅgha (गणसङ्घ) (or Gaṇarājya) refers to a “clan structure oligarchy” or “tribal assembly” in ancient India.—In ancient Buddhist texts like the Anguttara Nikaya which make frequent reference to the great states in ancient India, the texts often use the phrase to refer a type of oligarchical rule, contrast to monarchy (sāmarājya). Among the Mahajanapadas, the sixteen great states in ancient India, two followed the gaṇa saṅgha rule: Vajji and Mallakas. Many smaller states and tribes near these great states also had the gaṇasaṅgha form of government, such as the Koliyas, and the Shakyas, the small tribal state which Gautama Buddha was born. The gana sanghas in India it is generally believed existed as early as the 6th century BC, and persisted in some areas until the 4th century. The Arthashastra also contains a chapter on how to deal with the saṅghas (assemblies), which includes injunctions on manipulating the noble leaders. Yet the chapter does not mention how to influence the mass of the citizens.
The history of India traces the identification of countries, villages, towns and other regions of India, as well as mythology, zoology, royal dynasties, rulers, tribes, local festivities and traditions and regional languages. Ancient India enjoyed religious freedom and encourages the path of Dharma, a concept common to Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism.
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Partial matches: Samgha, Gana.
Starts with: Ganasanghapati.
Full-text: Parimana.
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