Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दण्डनीतिः सवधर्मेण चातुर्वर्ण्यं नियच्छति

Shloka (श्लोक)

दण्डनीतिः सवधर्मेण चातुर्वर्ण्यं नियच्छति
परयुक्ता सवामिना सम्यग अधर्मेभ्यश च यच्छति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka explains how the law of punishment governs righteousness across all four social classes.

Translations

English Translation

The law of punishment refines dharma in accordance with the four varnas and appropriately guides the master to alleviate adharma from society.

हिंदी अनुवाद

दंड नीति सभी चार वर्णों में धर्म को नियंत्रित करती है और स्वामी को सामंजस्यपूर्ण ढंग से अधर्म से समाज को मुक्त रखने में मदद करती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse arises from the dialogue surrounding governance and societal order in Udyoga Parva.

Meaning

It illustrates the balance a ruler must keep in aligning societal norms with dharma across different classes.

Application

This teaching inspires leaders to ensure justice that benefits all societal sectors and fosters unity.