Public Administration in Ancient India c22.9

c22.9

² Before the appointment of the special officers of religion, the ordinary State officials had the duty of instructing the people in 'dharma.' In Rock Edict IV. we read: "Everywhere in my dominions the subordinate officials and the Commissioner, and the District Officer, every five years must proceed on circuit, as well for their other business, as for this special purpose, namely, to give instruction in the Law of Piety."