The Senas: Administration
Monarchial Form of Government:
The Sena Dynasty had a monarchical system of governance, in which the king acted as the focal point of power and had considerable influence over his domain.
Hierarchical Organisation:
There was a hierarchical structure to the administration. The highest rank was the king, then a council of ministers and other officials who helped run the country. Common royal officers include Mandalpati, Vishayapati, and Bhuktipati. There is evidence that the Sena monarchs gave their Rajmahishi, or Queen, land concessions. The households Purohita and Mahapurohita also received land through official grants. This shows how important and well-respected the Purohitas and Mahapurohitas were.
Judiciary:
Royal courts were used to settle legal issues, and the monarch was the final arbiter of justice. Decisions were made using legal codes and ideas that were frequently impacted by customs and laws from the Hindu culture.
Local Level of Government:
The kingdom was organised into provinces and districts, which were each under the jurisdiction of local officials that the monarch had selected. Bengali Sena members have selected Mahamudradhkrita and Mahasarbadhkrita. The supreme judge was sometimes referred to as Mahadharmadhyakshya.
Military:
As part of the Senas of Bengal, military officers also adopted new names. It is acceptable to mention Mahapilupati, Mahaganastha, and Mahabyutpati in this context.
The Senas
In the eleventh and twelfth century CE, the Sena dynasty reigned over parts of Bihar as well as Bengal. They are well known for being Brahmanism’s defenders. Some of the current characteristics of the Bengali language and script came about because of the Senas. Bengali society was likewise systematised during Sena hegemony, and religious writings such as the Upapuranas formalised this system. Their encouragement led to the flourishing of Sanskrit literature. The Sena Empire and the Sena Kingdom are other names for the dynasty.