The World of Courtesans c7.45

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c7.45

In ancient India, drinking, gambling and prostitution went hand in hand.. The Mauryan period was no exception to this general rule No doubt drinking is condemned by Buddhism, but the *Arthashastra* completely disregards this ethical code and treats wine trade as an important source of state revenue.

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Kauṭilīya Arthaśāstra — Kauṭilya, Sanskrit