Jimutavahana’s Dayabhaga: The Hindu Law of Inheritance in Bengal (South Asia Research)

Explore the foundations of Hindu inheritance law with Jimutavahana’s Dayabhaga, masterfully translated by Ludo Rocher. This crucial 12th-century Sanskrit legal text profoundly influenced inheritance and family law in Bengal, gaining prominence during the British era. Understand the legal precedents that shaped personal law across eastern India for generations and continue to hold significance today. An indispensable resource for legal historians, scholars of South Asian law, and students seeking a deep dive into Indian legal traditions.