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Article Abstract
2026
Rājadharma to Constitutionalism: Evolution of Political Authority from Manusaṃhitā (Chapter VII) to Democratic India
Author(s): Rupjit Bose
Abstract
This research paper analyzes the basic concepts of ancient Indian monarchy and the penal system described in the seventh chapter of Manusmriti and discusses them in comparison with the modern democratic state system and penal system. The continuity and differences between ancient and modern state thought have been identified, focusing on the issues of Rajdharma, the moral responsibility of the ruler, the application of law, justice, and the welfare of the people. The research has been completed through bibliographic analysis and the comparative method and has determined the relevance of ancient moral state thought in modern governance.