Q. Who were Pativedakas and Pulisani in the Mauryan administration?
Answer: They functioned as special reporters of the king
Notes: In the Arthashastra of Kautilya there is mention of Pativedakas and Pulisani who functioned as special reporters of the King. They kept the King informed of public opinion.

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