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know the value of gems, should be faithful in his
conduct, and energetic.
 
INTRODUCTION
 
221. Gañjādhyakṣa (Superintendent of Mines)
should be experienced, devoted to the king, truthful,
self-controlled, not greedy, and contented with his
own wealth.
 
222. Senādhyaksa (Commander-in-Chief) should be
well versed in military science, be indefatigable, and
have courage and valour.
 
223. Aśvādhyakşa (Superintendent of Horses) should
know the science of horses, be unsurpassed in horse-
manship, and possess exceptional courage and strength.
 
224. Pratīhāra (Royal Door-keeper) should be able
to understand hints, be strong in body, good-looking,
vigilant, and skilful.
 
225. Mantrin (Royal Counsellor) should be quick
in action, should have a good memory, be thankful,
should be versed in the Nītiśāstra, intelligent, and should
have a keen foresight.
 
226-7. Lekhaka (Royal Secretary) should have
quick grasping-power, should be wise, truthful, master
of his own senses, should write quickly and in a
clear hand, and should have studied all the arts and
sciences.
 
228. Vaidya (Royal Physician) should be well
versed in the Ayurveda, be of amiable appearance, and
should possess a noble character and good qualities.
 
229. Purohita (Royal Priest) should be well versed
in the Veda-s and Vedānga-s, ever offering prayers
and sacrifices to God, and always ready to bless.