The Mauryan Polity c6.s4.t2: The triple end
The Mauryan Polity c6.s4.t2
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The triple end
c6.s4.t2.1
From a study of the literature and epigraphical records concerned, it appears that the triple end advocated by Von Holtzendorff, approximately answers to the proximate ends of the Mauryan state.
c6.s4.t2.2
The first is *der nationale Machtzweck*. This is claiming a position of overlordship over other states in addition to its own subjects by proper exercise of true power.
c6.s4.t2.3
The second is *der individuelle Rechtszweck*. This is to let every citizen of the state enjoy liberty according to his station and purpose in life, but of course with due regard to the conventions of society.
c6.s4.t2.4
The third and last purpose of the state is *der gezells-chaftliche culturzweck*, general happiness. Towards this end, the state recognizes the existence of institutions, social and religious, within its territorial limits, and keeps a vigilant watch over these organisations lest they should undermine the power of the state. Other duties of the state under this category are mentioned as follows: "It must prevent the rivalries between different associations from coming to a breach of the peace. It must protect the rights of the individual member of any association against the tyranny of the association. It must hold all associations to their primary purpose, if such they have, and aid them, if strictly necessary, in its accomplishment. Finally, it must direct education of its subjects."¹
c6.s4.t2.5
¹ Burgess, *Political Science and Constitutional Law*, Vol. I, p. 84.