Hindu Polity: A Constitutional History of India in Hindu Times c43.39

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c43.39

The Bṛihaspati Sūtra says that even 'a rightful thing (*dharma*) the king should do only on the advice of the wise.'⁴ That is, for even a lawful action in administration the king must have the authority of expert ministers.

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