Power Dynamics and Ottoman Administration in Algeria: "An Analytical Study of Structures and Functi

Abstract

This study explores the power dynamics and administration during the Ottoman period in Algeria, focusing on a comprehensive analysis of administrative structures and functions, and the relationship between central and local authority. The research begins by outlining the historical timeline, examining changes in the administrative system from 1515 to 1830. It analyzes the relationship between the central authority in Istanbul and the local governors in Algeria, studying the balance between military and civil power and the role of the Ottoman army in this context. Additionally, it addresses the organization of the financial and supervisory systems, including the taxation system, as well as penalties and rewards. The study also highlights the transformations within Ottoman administration and the challenges it faced, such as communication difficulties and local rebellions. Furthermore, the research examines how local elites were managed and their influence on the Ottoman administrative system.