Significance of Authorization
Authorization, as defined by Dharmashastra, pertains to the formal permission or endorsement necessary in marriage and relationship contexts. This includes the rules surrounding betrothal and widow remarriage, highlighting the regulatory role of authorization in ensuring adherence to cultural and legal norms related to these significant life events.
Synonyms: Permission, Approval, Consent, Sanction, Validation, Authentication, Clearance, Empowerment
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Hindu concept of 'Authorization'
In Hinduism, Authorization signifies the formal approval essential for marriage, betrothal, and widow remarriage, emphasizing adherence to traditional rules and societal norms in relationships.
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The formal permission or endorsement that comes into play in matters of marriage and relations, particularly in context to the rules governing betrothal and widow remarriage.[1]