Dayabhaga

/ˌdɑːjəˈbɑːɡə/ noun

Definition

An ancient Hindu legal text that explains rules about property inheritance and family rights in Sanskrit.

Etymology

From Sanskrit 'daya' (property) and 'bhaga' (share). This text was written by Jimutavahana in medieval India and became influential in eastern Hindu law.

Kelly Says

The Dayabhaga shaped how millions of Indians understood family property for centuries, and its rules about daughters' inheritance rights were actually progressive for medieval times—recognizing women's legal claims when much of the world didn't.

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