The Baloch has an open society with its unique characteristic of equality and freedom. Every Baloch is expected to be active member of the tribe. He took part in discussion in diwan which is open to everyone, at the house of the Sardar or the elder. Sometimes there are separate places, diwanjah, for such getherings. Social, political and economic problems concerning the tribe are debated in these assemblies. Diwan literally means gathering or assembly.
Diwan in it formal nature is to be participate in by the elders and elected personalities. In all informal get-togethers everybody feel his presence. This spirt has made the Baloch into a close knit tribal structure based on mutual benefit and loss.
The house of the leader, or diwanjah is the place where history, legends, ballads, drama, lyrics and tales of love are told and sung. Every one wishes that he could exert himself and attract others by his knowledge and manners during such discussions.
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