Studies in Ancient Hindu Polity (Based on the Arthashastra of Kautilya), Vol. I c14.s3.27
Studies in Ancient Hindu Polity (Based on the Arthaśāstra of Kauṭilya), Vol. I c14.s3.27
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c14.s3.27
The sons of a deceased debtor shall repay the principal with the interest thereon. If the deceased have no sons, the debts shall be paid by those who inherit his property; or the debt shall be paid by the surviving joint-debtors if it were contracted jointly with them.¹ Where there are sureties for payment, they shall be held liable.