Manusmriti Chapter 9 Verse 225 -

कितवान् कुशीलवान् क्रूरान्पाषण्डस्थांश्च मानवान् । विकर्मस्थान् शौण्डिकांश्च क्षिप्रं निर्वासयेत्पुरात् ॥ २२५ ॥

Context and implications:

Verse 225 is the attached to this power. It establishes two distinct categories of crime: manusmriti chapter 9 verse 225

: Those who manufacture fake currency or weights, directly undermining the economic stability and trust of the marketplace.

Modern scholars, such as those cited in Wikipedia , doubt these rules were ever strictly enforced as practical law throughout India. Other contemporary texts like the Narada Smriti actually suggest kings should protect these same groups. Summary of Significance Other contemporary texts like the Narada Smriti actually

Verse 225 highlights a proactive approach to governance. Rather than waiting for these individuals to commit capital crimes, the text advises ( pravasayet ) as a preventative measure. By physically removing these elements from the city limits, the king purifies the civic space and prevents the corruption of honest citizens. Historical and Social Context

The text of Manusmriti Chapter 9, Verse 225 is presented in its original, unaltered Sanskrit form, as transcribed by scholars. By physically removing these elements from the city

or cleansing the city), the King ensured that honest citizens could live without being defrauded by gamblers or harassed by the "cruel." Interestingly, other legal texts like the Arthaśāstra

Cruel, violent, or malicious men. This refers to individuals who possess a disposition toward physical violence, extortion, or terrorizing the citizenry.

"Gamblers, actors (or public performers), cruel men, men belonging to heretical sects, those who follow forbidden occupations, and sellers of spirituous liquor, the king shall instantly banish from his town." Key Categories of Banished Individuals

– Refers to a Brahmana who has mastered the Vedas and lives according to dharma. The verse links personal spiritual attainment with proper performance of family duties.