Studies in Ancient Hindu Polity (Based on the Arthashastra of Kautilya), Vol. I c6.s1.6
Studies in Ancient Hindu Polity (Based on the Arthaśāstra of Kauṭilya), Vol. I c6.s1.6
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c6.s1.6
We find it laid down that cattle such as a calf, bull or milch cow must not be slaughtered. A fine was imposed on those who slaughtered or tortured the animals to death.¹