Theory of Government in Ancient India (Post-Vedic) c11.s5.24

c11.s5.24

It will be remembered that Śukra confuses feudatory states with administrative areas proper. Elsewhere too, he looks askance at "protected princes." They must be carefully watched. If they did not observe the law, they must be deposed. Under certain circumstances they may be pensioned off, the amount of the pensions being determined according to their character. Courts should be established in their territories.³