Loya Jirga

A Loya Jirga is a traditional Afghan gathering that brings together tribal elders, community leaders, and stakeholders to make important national decisions, such as electing leaders, approving constitutions, or resolving conflicts. It functions as a form of consensus-building, reflecting Afghanistan’s cultural heritage of collective decision-making. While it is not a formal legislative body, the Loya Jirga plays a significant advisory and legitimizing role in Afghan politics, often serving as a binding forum where major national issues are discussed and consensus is sought among diverse groups.