What is another word for dewans?
Pronunciation: [djˈuːənz] (IPA) 
Dewans is a word that originated in the Indian subcontinent and refers to an official who is responsible for managing a state or governing a province. Synonyms for dewans include administrators, bureaucrats, officials, and executives. Other words that could be used in place of dewans include regents, ministers, commissioners, and governors. The role of a dewan was significant in the Indian subcontinent during the Mughal Empire, as well as during the British colonial period. Dewans performed a crucial role in maintaining the smooth functioning of the state and ensuring that its citizens were provided with adequate resources and services. Today, the term is still used to refer to certain administrative officials in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.
