Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सत्रियās तु यद भवेद वित्तं पित्रा दत्तं युधिष्ठिर

Shloka (श्लोक)

सत्रियās तु यद भवेद वित्तं पित्रा दत्तं युधिष्ठिर
बराह्मण्यास तद धरेत कन्या यथा पुत्रस तथा हि सा
सा हि पुत्रसमा राजन विहिता कुरुनन्दन

⚡ Quick Meaning

A daughter, receiving wealth from her father, holds equal status to a son.

Translations

English Translation

It is stated that if a daughter receives wealth from her father, she should keep it as her own, equal to that of a son. This stresses gender equality concerning inheritance and status.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह कहा गया है कि यदि बेटी अपने पिता से धन प्राप्त करती है, तो उसे वह अपने लिए रखना चाहिए, जैसा कि पुत्र के लिए है। यह उत्तराधिकार और स्थिति में लिंग समानता पर बल देता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka promotes gender equality concerning wealth and family roles, emphasizing a daughter’s rights.

Meaning

It conveys that both sons and daughters deserve equal recognition and rights concerning family inheritance.

Application

This message encourages families to uphold equitable practices when dealing with inheritance and family assets.