Studies in Ancient Hindu Polity (Based on the Arthashastra of Kautilya), Vol. I c10.s1.58
Studies in Ancient Hindu Polity (Based on the Arthaśāstra of Kauṭilya), Vol. I c10.s1.58
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liquor traffic, and a heavy fine was imposed on those who violated the rule. Liquor was sold only in small quantities not exceeding 1 prastha or 1⅓ kancha in any case. Liquor shops were not allowed to be set up close to one another, and a Brâhman who took to drinking was very severely punished.¹