jigra definition
jigra is a Pashto word and means “large assembly” or “grand council.” The institution which is centuries old, is similar to the Islamic “shura”, or consultative assembly. Jigra is the traditional and a unique forum to Afghanistan for resolving disputes between tribes or discussing problems which affects communities. It is said that jigras are as old as the civilization of Afghanistan and they have become a national and regular feature for deciding matters of common concern.