Symbolic Legislation

The Case of Marquis Zhao of Han Hiding a Worn-out Trousers
  1. The Case of Marquis Zhao of Han Hiding a Worn-out Trousers
  2. Jurisdiction: Han State, Warring States China (circa 4th century BC (during the reign of Marquis Zhao, 362–333 BC))
  3. Original Case: 韩昭侯藏弊袴案
  4. Key Figures: Marquis Zhao of Han (Han Zhaohou), palace attendants
  5. Case Tags: Selective Reward;Legalist Governance;Sovereign Discretion;Symbolic Legislation