"jungle raj" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: jungle rajs [plural]
Etymology: Literally, “Rule of a forest.” Etymology templates: {{m-g|Rule of a forest.}} “Rule of a forest.”, {{lit|Rule of a forest.}} Literally, “Rule of a forest.” Head templates: {{en-noun}} jungle raj (plural jungle rajs)
  1. (India, derogatory) A corrupt or incompetent rule. Tags: India, derogatory
    Sense id: en-jungle_raj-en-noun-1eQAiCJs Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Indian English

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