Theory of Government in Ancient India (Post-Vedic) c11.s3.15

c11.s3.15

Not even a trifling business can be managed single-handed. No king, howsoever proficient in "all the sciences" and howsoever perfect a master of practical policy, should "study political interests without reference to ministers." If he insists on having his own way, he will plunge the kingdom into misery and himself into unpopularity and ruin. "The wise ruler should always abide by the well-thought decisions of councillors, office-bearers, subjects and members attending a meeting—never by his own opinions."