The Antiquities of Orissa v2.c16.s3.t1.2

v2.c16.s3.t1.2

Edict No. II :—“In all the subjugated (territories) of the king Priyadasi, the beloved of the gods, and also in the bordering countries, as (Choda), Palaya (or Paraya), Satyaputra, Keralaputra, Tambapani, (it is proclaimed), and Antiochus by name, the Yona (or Yavana) Rājā, and those princes who are near to (or alied with) that monarch, universally (are apprised) that (two designs have been cherished by Priyadasi : one design) regarding men, and one relating to animals ; and whatever herbs are useful to men or useful to animals, wherever there are none, such have been everywhere caused to be conveyed and planted, (and roots and fruits wherever there are none, such have been everywhere conveyed and planted ; and on the roads) wells have been caused to be dug, (and trees have been planted) for the respective enjoyment of animals and men.”