Cryptic crossword clue
Ruler's backing in half of Zambia 5

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word NIZAM

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The straight part
We know that "Ruler" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case ruler = nizam.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does NIZAM mean?

NIZAM noun
  1. The hereditary sovereign of Hyderabad, a former state of India.
NIZAM noun
  1. The Turkish regular army; a soldier in the Turkish army.

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