Theory of Government in Ancient India (Post-Vedic) c8.s4.3
Theory of Government in Ancient India (Post-Vedic) c8.s4.3
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c8.s4.3
The installation of the heir-apparent was the occasion of solemn ceremony and riotous festivity. It was, however, when the time came for him to mount the throne that rejoicing reached its height. He underwent all the rites that the Vedic age had originated and the intervening centuries had elaborated. Once more the sovereign swore to obey the popular will and to serve the popular cause.