A History of Agriculture in India v1.c31.s8: Pastures

v1.c31.s8.1

According to the *Arthashastra* it was enjoined upon kings that ample provision should be made for pastures by setting apart suitable land of sufficient extent, when forming villages. The *gopa* or village accountant was to note the boundaries of such pastures, number and register them. They were protected from thieves, tigers and other carnivores by hunters aided by their hounds. Herds were moved from one pasture to another according to the season.