Yajnavalkya-smriti (Vyavaharadhyaya)—Critical study
by Kalita Nabanita | 2017 | 87,413 words
This page relates ‘Yajnavalkyasmriti: An Introduction’ of the study on the Vyavaharadhyaya of the Yajnavalkya-smriti: one of the most prominent Smritis dealing with Dharmashastra (ancient Indian science of law), dating to the 1st century B.C. The Yajnavalkyasmriti scientifically arranges its contents in three sections: Acara (proper conduct), Vyavahara (proper law) and Prayashcitta (expiation). Vyavahara deals with judicial procedure and legal system such as substantive law and procedural law.
Chapter 1.2 - The Yājñavalkyasmṛti: An Introduction
The Yājñavalkyasmṛti occupies an eminent place in the arena of the Smṛti literature in respect of antiquity, importance and authority. It stands next to the Manusmṛti. The text is notable due to its systematic treatment of subjects and progressive view in many aspects. The Yājñavalkyasmṛti has enjoyed greater influence in medieval India’s judiciary practice than the Manusmṛti.[1] A detailed introductory note on the Yājñavalkyasmṛti is furnished hereafter.
[1. The Author of the Yājñavalkyasmṛti]
[2. Date of the Yājñavalkyasmṛti]
[3. Style and Contents of the Yājñavalkyasmṛti]
[4. The Yājñavalkyasmṛti and its relation with other Ancient Literature]
[5. The Commentaries on the Yājñavalkyasmṛti]
[6. Texts of the Yājñavalkyasmṛti and Review of Literature]
Footnotes and references:
[1]:
Lingat, R., Op.cit., page98