Significance of Royal family

The term "Royal family" encompasses various meanings across different cultures and traditions. In Buddhism, it typically refers to lineages associated with ruling individuals, particularly the family of Buddha, including King Suddhodana. Jainism describes it as a delighted family welcoming a significant figure. In South Asia, it encompasses ruling families that have faced extinction and ongoing governance struggles. Other interpretations in contexts like Vaishnavism and Purana highlight lineage significance, while in Arthashastra, it addresses the nobility's power and legal implications. Overall, it signifies lineage, authority, and cultural importance across different frameworks.1
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Synonyms: Monarchy, Royal household, Royal lineage, Aristocracy, Dynasty, Ruling house

In Dutch: Koninklijke familie; In Finnish: Kuninkaallinen perhe; In Spanish: Familia real; In German: Königliche Familie; In Swedish: Kunglig familj; In Malay: Keluarga diraja; In French: Famille royale; In Swedish: Kungafamiljen; In Portugese: Família real; In Italian: Famiglia reale; In Polish: Rodzina królewska

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Buddhist concept of 'Royal family'

Hindu concept of 'Royal family'

Jain concept of 'Royal family'

The concept of Royal family in local and regional sources

The concept of Royal family in scientific sources

Classical concept of 'Royal family'