In Arthashastra, which two types of courts dealt with disputes among citizens and between the state and citizens?
Dharmasthiya and Kantakashodhana
Kautilya's Arthashastra describes a well-organised judicial system in the Mauryan administration, consisting of two types of courts.
The Dharmasthiya courts handled civil disputes among citizens, such as matters relating to family, property, and contracts, based on customary law and the advice of learned Brahmins.
The Kantakashodhana courts dealt with criminal matters and offences against the state, focusing on the removal of thorns (wrongdoers) that threatened social and economic order, including disputes between the state and citizens.
Hence, the two types of courts mentioned in the Arthashastra are Dharmasthiya and Kantakashodhana.
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List-I
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(Function)
A.
Anta-mahamatta
1.
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