<h3><strong>Appointment of Competent Officials: A Meritocratic Approach </strong></h3>
Ranjit Singh's emphasis on meritocracy revolutionized administrative appointments.

Regardless of religious or caste backgrounds, individuals were selected based on their competence.

For instance, an official like Faqir Aziz-ud-Din served as a capable finance minister, showcasing Singh's commitment to decentralized governance by prioritizing skills over social affiliations.
<h3><strong>Provincial and District-level Administration: Empowering Local Governance</strong></h3>
Decentralization took shape in the form of provinces led by governors and districts managed by collectors.

This structure empowered leaders like Dewan Mokham Chand to govern the Lahore province effectively, attuned to local needs.

It exemplifies how decentralized administration led to localized, responsive governance.