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write 2 features of the law prevalent in ancient India.

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1. Laws were derived from ancient religious text books and social practises.Caste System played a vital role in the formation of laws in society.

2. Laws were administered by the kings on the advise of the priests and learned Brahmins.Fines were the most common punishment and other punishments varied with the caste of the accused person.

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