Jirga, a traditional assembly of leaders and elders from Afghan tribes and communities, is a crucial component of Pashtunwali, the code of Pashtun honour. The word Jirga originates from the Pashto language meaning "Council of Elders." There are various synonyms of Jirga, including shura, loya jirga, and panchayat, all of which denote varying types of councils and assemblies that exist in different regions of the world. The shura is an Arabic term used to describe a consultative assembly, whereas Loya Jirga is a larger assembly that includes representatives from various tribes. Meanwhile, Panchayat is a Sanskrit word meaning "assembly of five," referring to the traditional village councils in India.