CHAPTER 9: INTERNAL THREATS
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Q:Why was it important for the ancient people to respond adequately to these threats?
ANS: If the leaders and their officials were all corrupted and unefficient, the people of the state would suffer the consequences indirectly. Without their quick response to natural diasters, people would lose lifes that could be prevented. Such measures can only be carried out if the government was efficient and was far-sighted. If internal threats broke out such as succession disputes or rebellion, this would allow other neighbouring rival states to attack when most of the leaders and soliders are concentrating on another topic. Hence, if one wants to have peace and stability in the economy and support of people, they must respond quickly and swiftly to such threats.