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Provincial Administration
- The Roman Empire was divided into senatorial and imperial provinces, managed by the Senate and Emperor, respectively.
- Imperial provinces, often along borders, housed legions and were governed by the Emperor's appointees.
Provincial Hierarchy
- Provinces were categorized by importance: major proconsular, minor propratorial, and procuratorial.
- Governors' ranks were tied to the province's importance, with equites governing the smallest territories.
Governor Responsibilities
- Governors had key responsibilities like military readiness, tax collection, and judicial oversight.
- Day-to-day operations were often delegated to local officials or left to inertia.