how did the powers of tribal chief change under colonial rule?
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The functions and powers of the tribal chiefs changed considerablyunder the British rule. They lost much of their administrative power. Theywere forced to follow the laws made by the British. ... Thus, the authority of the tribal chiefs significantly reducedunder the colonial rule.
Under British rule, the functions and powers of the tribal chiefs changed considerably. They were allowed to keep their land titles over a cluster of villages and rent outlands, but they lost much of their administrative power and were forced to follow laws made by the British officials in India. They also had to pay tribute to the British, and discipline the tribal groups on behalf of the British. They lost the authority that they had earlier enjoyed among their people and were unable to fulfil their traditional functions.