Description
The Dayabhaga stands as one of the most influential legal treatises in Hindu jurisprudence, particularly shaping inheritance customs in Bengal and Assam for centuries. Authored by the medieval scholar Jimutavahana, this Sanskrit text presents a comprehensive system of property succession that differs notably from the Mitakshara school of law. This Motilal Banarsidass edition offers scholars, law students, and researchers direct access to the original Sanskrit verses that influenced Hindu family law and continue to inform legal discussions today. Essential for anyone studying comparative legal systems, Hindu philosophy, or the historical development of property rights in India, this compact 123-page volume preserves an ancient wisdom tradition that bridges dharmashastra literature with practical jurisprudence. Whether you’re a Sanskrit student, legal historian, or serious practitioner of Hindu studies, the Dayabhaga provides foundational knowledge about one of India’s classical legal frameworks that governed social organization for generations.
- Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass; 2nd edition (1 January 2015)
- Language : Sanskrit
- Paperback : 123 pages
- ISBN-10 : 8120824393
- ISBN-13 : 978-8120824393
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Dayabhaga and who wrote it?
The Dayabhaga is a classical Hindu legal text on inheritance and property law written by the medieval scholar Jimutavahana. It presents a distinct system of succession law that became authoritative in Bengal and Assam, differing from the Mitakshara school prevalent in other parts of India.
Is this Dayabhaga book in Sanskrit or English?
This edition from Motilal Banarsidass is in Sanskrit, presenting the original verses of the Dayabhaga text. It is intended for scholars, Sanskrit students, and researchers who can read the classical language.
What is the difference between Dayabhaga and Mitakshara law?
Dayabhaga law, followed in Bengal, grants inheritance rights after the death of the father, while Mitakshara law recognizes sons’ rights by birth in ancestral property. The Dayabhaga system also gives greater property rights to women compared to Mitakshara traditions.
Who should buy this Dayabhaga Sanskrit text?
This book is ideal for Sanskrit scholars, law students studying Hindu jurisprudence, researchers in dharmashastra literature, and anyone interested in the historical and philosophical foundations of Indian inheritance law. Prior knowledge of Sanskrit is essential to benefit from this text.
Can I buy the Dayabhaga book online in India?
Yes, you can purchase this Motilal Banarsidass edition of the Dayabhaga online in India from The Bookish Owl at ₹100. It is a 123-page paperback currently in stock and ready for immediate dispatch.
