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The Ahom Kingdom, which flourished in Assam for nearly six centuries (1228–1826), stands as one of the longest-surviving dynasties in South Asian history. Behind its endurance lay a unique and adaptive system of administration that blended indigenous traditions with pragmatic innovations. This book delves into the intricate mechanisms that sustained Ahom rule—from the famed Paik system, which mobilized manpower for both governance and warfare, to the decentralized yet cohesive structure of offices that ensured balance between the king and his ministers.  

Exploring every layer of governance—royal authority, the council of nobles, judicial practices, military organization, and land management—this book reveals how the Ahoms created a self-sufficient polity that resisted external invasions and integrated diverse communities into its fold. The book is an essential resource for history enthusiasts, students, and scholars seeking to understand how a relatively small Tai-Shan group went on to establish one of the most resilient and culturally significant kingdoms in India’s northeast.