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In the 17th and 18th centuries the encomienda existed alongside other forms of colonial exploitation, such as the mita and peonage. The encomienda was officially abolished by royal decrees issued between 1718 and 1791, but in the majority of Spanish colonies it was retained until the early 19th century.
Quick Answer. The encomienda system was a feudalistic governing structure in which South and Central American natives were attached to land headed by an encomiendero. The natives were to provide labor and tribute, while the encomiendero was supposed to protect them and educate them in the facets of Christianity. In reality, the natives were abused and enslaved.