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Book 5 Chapter IV Paragraph 2

Wikisource / R. Shamasastry (1915) · Book 5 - The Conduct of Courtiers / Chapter IV · Verse Paragraph 2

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Having obtained admittance to an amiable king, he shall give the king instructions in sciences. Absence of contradiction from the king will render his position secure. When his opinion is sought about present or future schemes needing much thought and consideration, he may boldly and sensibly, and with no fear of contradiction from the assembly of ministers, pronounce his opinion so as to be in harmony with the principles of righteousness and economy. When required, he may answer questions on points of righteousness and economy (and tell the king):