Across China: The lasting influence of ancient China's judicial pioneer

HEFEI, Nov. 2 (Xinhua) -- By the time the Code of Hammurabi was first introduced in ancient Babylon about 3,800 years ago, China had already implemented a rudimentary set of laws rooted in unwritten rules and traditions. These early laws, according to legend, were made by Gao Yao, honored as China's earliest judge.

Born over 4,000 years ago, Gao Yao is believed to have held the position of judicial officer. Acco