An analytic comparison of Kurdish tribal leaders and elite function in Safavid and Qajar eras

The historical method with a sociological approach on the history is adopted in this study regarding the theoretical framework that contributed to the nature of discourse regarding the Iranian identity and the relation of Kurdish leaders and elite in the political arena in Safavied and Qajar dynasties. The attempt is made to analyze and compare the status and the function of the political figures of the Kurdish tribal leaders during the Safavid and Qajar eras. The most important finding here is the fact that there were no fundamental and earnest measures that would prevent the promotion of the aforesaid Kurdish officials in both the dynasties. The prevailing trend was that these leaders and elite were selected for higher ranks in the central government. Their contributions with respect to protection, strength and seeking to accomplish the national objectives cannot be ignored.