Which Mauryan court dealt mainly with criminal offences and threats to public order?

This question examines a key feature of Mauryan political history, administration, economy, art, religion, or epigraphy. The correct answer is Kantakashodhana court. Kantakashodhana courts dealt with crime, policing, offenders and threats to public order. Dharmasthiya courts mainly handled civil disputes such as property, debt and contracts. A strong answer should connect the term or object with its precise source, location, ruler, regnal context, and administrative function.