Studies in Ancient Hindu Polity (Based on the Arthashastra of Kautilya), Vol. I c14.s2.55
Studies in Ancient Hindu Polity (Based on the Arthaśāstra of Kauṭilya), Vol. I c14.s2.55
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c14.s2.55
He who proves his title to a lost or stolen biped shall pay 5 paṇas as ransom (निष्क्रय) before taking possession. Likewise, the ransom for a single-hoofed animal (एकखुर) is 4 paṇas; for a cow or a buffalo, 2 paṇas; for minor quadrupeds, ¼ paṇa; and for precious stones, etc., 5 per cent. of their value.¹