What limited the power of the Vedic monarch?

The King's power was checked by tribal assemblies like the Sabha and Samiti and the need to follow 'Dharma'.

Ancient Political Systems

UPSC Archival Analysis

The prevalent system of governance in the Vedic era was a descended (hereditary) monarchy, supported by tribal assemblies.

Exam Year

1993

Evidence Source

ID: HIS_ANC_1993_194 Ref: Standard Educational Reference