Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – कस्मात ते विषमं भागं भजेरन नृपसत्तम

Shloka (श्लोक)

कस्मात ते विषमं भागं भजेरन नृपसत्तम
यदा सर्वे तरयॊ वर्णास तवयॊक्ता ब्राह्मणा इति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka raises a question about the inequality among different social classes.

Translations

English Translation

O best among kings, why should one accept an unequal share of duties when Brahmans categorically state that all varnas must support each other?

हिंदी अनुवाद

हे कुलीन राजन, जब ब्राह्मण स्पष्ट रूप से यह कहते हैं कि सभी वर्णों को एक-दूसरे का समर्थन करना चाहिए, तो कोई विषम भाग क्यों स्वीकार करे?

Commentary

Context

Found in the Anushasana Parva, this verse explores the themes of social equity and responsibility.

Meaning

The shloka questions the fairness of unequal responsibilities assigned to different social classes.

Application

It encourages a dialogue on fairness and equality in societal roles today.