'The Sujatas, the Shareni-mantas, the Shreyamsas, and those skilled in weapons, along with the Kshatriyas bringing their wealth in hundreds, all presented their tributes to the unconquered king.' ।। 2-48-16 ।।
'The people of Vanga, the kings of Kalinga, the Tamraliptas, and those from Pundra, along with the Dukulas, Kaushikas, and people from various distant regions...' ।। 2-48-17 ।।
'There, under the orders of the king, you will be announced by the gatekeepers. After being duly acknowledged and honored, you will then be granted entry.' ।। 2-48-18 ।।
'The kings of those nations each presented a thousand elephants, adorned with tusks resembling plow shafts and decorated with golden girdles. These elephants were covered with luxurious blankets, giving them a hue akin to lotuses. And they were all darkish as rocks and always musty, and procured from the sides of the Kamyaka lake, and covered with defensive armor.' ।। 2-48-19 ।।