That road which has profuse water and grass along it, which is level and easy of march, should be taken. The regions lying near the road should previously be reconnoitred through skilful spies having an intimate knowledge of the woods.
जलवांस्तृणवान् मार्गः समो गम्यः प्रशस्यते। चारैः सुविदिताभ्यासः कुशलैर्वनगोचरैः॥