Monsang village council and its administrative functions and selection

Waanglar Somie
A Monsang Naga village is a closely-knit political institution. Every Monsang village has its own indigenous institution which looks after the well-being of the village. It comprises of fifteen (15) leaders and the institution is called ‘Khuwngsang’ meaning the village council. The elected members of the village council are known as ‘Khuwpuh Chiipuh’ meaning village protector. The Monsang village chief is called ‘Eruwngpa’.

Waanglar Somie
A Monsang Naga village is a closely-knit political institution. Every Monsang village has its own indigenous institution which looks after the well-being of the village. It comprises of fifteen (15) leaders and the institution is called ‘Khuwngsang’ meaning the village council. The elected members of the village council are known as ‘Khuwpuh Chiipuh’ meaning village protector. The Monsang village chief is called ‘Eruwngpa’.

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