International Journal For Multidisciplinary Research
E-ISSN: 2582-2160
•
Impact Factor: 9.24
A Widely Indexed Open Access Peer Reviewed Multidisciplinary Bi-monthly Scholarly International Journal
Home
Research Paper
Submit Research Paper
Publication Guidelines
Publication Charges
Upload Documents
Track Status / Pay Fees / Download Publication Certi.
Editors & Reviewers
View All
Join as a Reviewer
Reviewer Referral Program
Get Membership Certificate
Current Issue
Publication Archive
Conference
Publishing Conf. with IJFMR
Upcoming Conference(s) ↓
WSMCDD-2025
GSMCDD-2025
Conferences Published ↓
RBS:RH-COVID-19 (2023)
ICMRS'23
PIPRDA-2023
Contact Us
Plagiarism is checked by the leading plagiarism checker
Call for Paper
Volume 6 Issue 6
November-December 2024
Indexing Partners
The Evolution of Hindu Jurisprudence Integrating Ancient Ethical Foundations with Contemporary Legal Frameworks
Author(s) | Jyotsna Singh |
---|---|
Country | India |
Abstract | Hindu jurisprudence, deeply rooted in the ancient principles of Dharma, Artha, Kama, and Moksha, represents a rich legal and philosophical tradition that has evolved over millennia. This paper explores the foundational texts—Shruti, Smriti, and other commentaries—that have guided Hindu law, emphasizing their continued relevance in modern legal systems. Central to Hindu jurisprudence is the ethical concept of Dharma, ensuring societal harmony and justice. Complementing this are Artha, which governs economic policies; Kama, regulating personal desires; and Moksha, the ultimate spiritual goal. The study highlights the enduring influence of these principles on contemporary Indian law, from family laws under the Hindu Marriage Act and Hindu Succession Act to broader secular laws emphasizing equality and social justice. It also examines the reformist contributions of Swami Dayananda Saraswati and Swami Vivekananda, who synthesized Vedic ideals with modern values, advancing gender equality and social justice. Concepts like Sarva Dharma Sambhav and Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam are analyzed as reflections of Hindu pluralism and their role in shaping a constitutional ethos that promotes inclusivity. This paper underscores how Hindu jurisprudence has adapted to modern challenges while preserving its ethical core, offering insights into its potential to guide global legal and moral discourse in an increasingly interconnected world. |
Keywords | Hindu Jurisprudence; Dharma; Legal Philosophy; Sarva Dharma Sambhav; Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam |
Field | Sociology > Administration / Law / Management |
Published In | Volume 6, Issue 6, November-December 2024 |
Published On | 2024-12-13 |
Cite This | The Evolution of Hindu Jurisprudence Integrating Ancient Ethical Foundations with Contemporary Legal Frameworks - Jyotsna Singh - IJFMR Volume 6, Issue 6, November-December 2024. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i06.33028 |
DOI | https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i06.33028 |
Short DOI | https://doi.org/g8wkkj |
Share this
E-ISSN 2582-2160
doi
CrossRef DOI is assigned to each research paper published in our journal.
IJFMR DOI prefix is
10.36948/ijfmr
Downloads
All research papers published on this website are licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License, and all rights belong to their respective authors/researchers.