Republic | Monarchy |
A form of government where the head of the state is chosen by the people and it's not a hereditary position. | A form of government where the head of the state is chosen by the people and it's not a hereditary position. |
Example:Lichchhavis | Example:Magadha |
Tribal chiefs claimed revenue and maintained an army | The king claimed the revenue and maintained an army |
The government funtioned through assemblies | There were no assesmblies |