Local Government in Ancient India c9.96

c9.96

the property of the deceased according as it is that of a Śūdra, a Vaiśya, and a Kṣatriya. Property unclaimed for three years [according to Baudhāyana, one year (cited in the *Vivādaratnākara*)] will vest in the king unless it is a Brāhman’s property which should be distributed among Brāhmans after deducting 5 per cent. as the king’s share (13. 14).