The World of Courtesans c9.26

c9.26

According to the *Vasudeva Hindi*, taverns and gambling halls were the chief resorts of the anti-social elements and the gambling house was a noisy affair. It was frequented by the rich and entrance to it was strictly regulated. The stakes were high. It is mentioned that when Vinadatta won on the basis of the advice of his friend, he challenged the other party to gamble with him if they dared Vinadatta's friend Amsumana accepted the challenge and staked his ornaments and won.