Studies in Ancient Hindu Polity (Based on the Arthashastra of Kautilya), Vol. I c14.s2.57
Studies in Ancient Hindu Polity (Based on the Arthaśāstra of Kauṭilya), Vol. I c14.s2.57
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c14.s2.57
Whatever of the property of his own subjects the king brings from forests or countries of enemies, shall be handed over to its owner. Whatever of the property of his subjects stolen by thieves the king cannot recover, shall be made good by the State. If the king be unable to recover such a thing, he shall allow any person who volunteers to fetch it; otherwise, he shall pay an equivalent compensation to the sufferer.²