Local Self-Government In The Indigenous Local Structure (Study On The Indigenous Structure Of Boti Local, South Central Timor District, East Nusa Tenggara Province, Indonesia)

Abstract

This study aims to explain and describe local independence in the original structure of Boti Village. This study uses a qualitative approach with an ethnographic type of study. The study location is in Boti Local, which is a local with original values and original culture that is still alive and well in South Central Timor Regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province, Indonesia. The focus of this study is on local independence seen from the original structure of Boti local. The data collection techniques used were in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation. The data analysis technique used is the qualitative data analysis technique. The validation technique for study results uses triangulation techniques (source triangulation and data triangulation). The study results show that amidst the formal government established by the state, Boti Local still has its original local structure which stands as an informal structure in Boti Local which also influences the lives of the Boti people. This structure has been formed from Boti and is still a kingdom to this day. The traditional Boti structure is led by a king called Usif. Usif leadership has been passed down from generation to generation to the sons of the Usif family who still believe in Halaika and are believed to have received "miracles". Usif has the main task of governing, protecting, guiding, and judging his people and representing the people about Uis Neno and Uis Pah. Usif was then assisted in exercising his authority by an Amaf Akabut Mepu who served as Akabut Mepu, Mafefa, and Atones. On his side, the king was accompanied by two commanders consisting of Meo Mone and Meo Feto who were tasked with maintaining security and peace. Furthermore, under the Amaf Akabut Mepu, there are Amaf who are tasked with being the leaders of their clan members. Only then does it come to the lowest structure, that is to people.