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Describe the political organization of the Maasai

      

Describe the political organization of the Maasai.

  

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Lydia
-The Maasai was ruled by council of elders.
-The council of elders was responsible for maintaining law and order, making decision about ceremonies declaring war.
-There was age-set system which exercised leadership role.
-There existed class of warriors who were called morans who defended community and carried our raids.
-There were netual leaders who’s functions was to preside over religious functions and advice the community during the crisis.
lydiajane74 answered the question on November 6, 2017 at 07:45


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