question_answer 7)

Make a list of all those who would be present at the sacrifice. Which are the catagories that are described in terms of their occupation?  

Answer:

The people who would be present at the sacrifice are : (i) The king, his wives, sons and relatives. (ii) The charoiteer of king. (iii) The preists. (iv) The ordinary people, the vish or vaishya. (v) The other rajas. The category of people who are describe in terms of their occupation are:   (i) The king, who protected the people and looked after their welfare. (ii) The charioteer, who was his companion in his exploits, (iii) The priest, who performed the religious ceremony.