The correct answer is: a) Head priest of the Meitei religion.
The Nongpok Sekmai is the hereditary head priest of the Meitei religion, also known as Sanamahism. He is responsible for conducting religious ceremonies and rituals, and for interpreting the Meitei scriptures. The Nongpok Sekmai is also the spiritual leader of the Meitei people, and is consulted on matters of religious and cultural significance.
The Nongpok Sekmai is a hereditary position, and is passed down from father to son. The current Nongpok Sekmai is N. Tombi Singh, who was installed in 2006.
The Nongpok Sekmai is a respected figure in the Meitei community, and his role is an important one in the preservation and transmission of Meitei culture and religion.
The other options are incorrect because:
- The Commander of the Manipuri army is the Meitei Ningthou.
- The Queen of Manipur is the Leishangthem Leima.
- The Chief minister in the king’s court is the Senapati.