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The document outlines a group assignment for law students at Oromia State University focusing on the Gadaa system, its cultural, political, and social significance, and the role of women within this system. It includes questions on the definition of Gadaa, women's participation and challenges, the structure of the Gadaa system, and traditional conflict resolution mechanisms among the Oromoo. Additionally, it discusses the Siiqqee institution, emphasizing its importance for women's empowerment and societal roles.

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Gadaa Assignment 2nd

The document outlines a group assignment for law students at Oromia State University focusing on the Gadaa system, its cultural, political, and social significance, and the role of women within this system. It includes questions on the definition of Gadaa, women's participation and challenges, the structure of the Gadaa system, and traditional conflict resolution mechanisms among the Oromoo. Additionally, it discusses the Siiqqee institution, emphasizing its importance for women's empowerment and societal roles.

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YUUNIVARSIITII NAANNOO OROMIYAA

OROMIA STATE UNIVERSITY


Muummee Fooklooriifi Afaan Oromoo
Introduction to Gadaa Sysytem Group Assignment for Law
Students (20%)
Instruction: Please respond to the following questions with
careful consideration and detail:
1. Discuss how the Oromoo elders define Gadaa in terms of its etymology,
cultural, political, and social significance?
2. Explain the role of women in the Gadaa System regarding preservation
and transmission of Gadaa values and practices, as well as their role in
ritual and political activities.
3. Discuss the challenges women face in participating in the Gadaa
system and how these challenges are being addressed in
contemporary Oromoo society.
4. Describe the structure of the Gadaa system among different Oromoo
localities.
5. Describe the difference between age sets and generation sets within
the Oromoo Gadaa system in general, with a specific focus on the
Borana Oromoo community."
6. Discuss the procedures undertaken in Guddifacha and Moggasa, and
the significance of these system in maintaining social cohesion and
identity among the Oromoo.
7. If an Abbaa Gadaa passes away, describe the procedures for
appointing a successor. Please provide a comprehensive explanation of
the steps involved in this process.
Qaalluu The hereditary religious, ritual or spiritual leader(s) either as a
clan or as anindividual which can be inherited through clan kinship
system.Qaallitti The wife of the spiritual leader (Qaalluu)
8. Explain the concept of ‘Guulchisuu’ (Yaadrimee Guulchisuu) within the
Gadaa system. Support your explanation with a relevant example from
your local community.
9. Identify and describe different traditional conflict resolution
mechanisms used by the Oromoo and compare them with modern legal
systems.
Note:
 Bear in mind that, this assignment will help you gain a
comprehensive understanding of the Gadaa system and its related
practices, as well as its enduring significance in Oromoo culture and
beyond.
 For this assignment, typewritten submissions are strictly
prohibited. All work must be submitted in handwritten form."
 “Copying and pasting” from one another is strictly prohibited.
 The same questions are given for all groups; however, your
responses should reflect your unique approach, including:
o Your method of answering the questions
o References to other materials
o Integration of indigenous knowledge
o Insights gained from discussions with respondents
o Depth of research and use of credible sources
o Clarity and organization of ideas
o Critical analysis and comparison of different perspectives
o Relevance and reflection on contemporary issues

The Origin of Siiqqee Institution among Oromo Women Oromo people


have different long established indigenous institutions for the well-being
of the society. Among all these mechanisms there are an institutions
under which the Oromo women could build up their unity, and
practice their complaints against unfair action by men in their society. The
material cultures are the products of human beings which are created by
humans’ mind with their knowledge and skills. Siiqqee (ritual stick) is one
of the material cultures that Oromo women can play cultural, economic,
political and religious roles in their society. Siiqqee is the special kind of
stick that has been accustomed to work as an emblem of both peace and
female empowerment. [13] [14 ]. According to Oromo tradition, mostly
Siiqqee ritual stick is prepared from a tree known as 'Man'eera',
'Haroressaa', 'Ejersaa', 'Waddeessaa' and etc. It has various symbolic
representations. For example, “as a symbol of married Oromo women,
as a ritual stick used for praying, as a ritual stick used during cattle raid ,
and as an institution of conflict resolution.” Oromo women used Siiqqee
to bless or to curse when their rights are violated. [15].

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