What role does religion play in the subsistence of leaders in chiefdom ?
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Legitimization of Power: In many chiefdoms, leaders often claim their authority is derived from divine or supernatural sources. This religious backing can help to legitify their rule in the eyes of their subjects, making it less likely for them to be challenged or Show more…
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