Question
Make a list of all those who would be present at the sacrifice.

Answer

  1. The raja who wanted to perform the sacrifice.
  2. Specially trained priests.
  3. A Charioteer, who was companion of the raja (who desires to perform the sacrifice).
  4. Some relatives of the raja, particularly his wives and sons.
  5. Other small rajas, who were simply spectators.
  6. The ordinary people, the Vish or Vaishyas, who brought gifts for the king.

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