The Manusmriti discusses the polity of ancient India, and advocates for a political authority to prevent disorder in society. According to the text, it is the duty of the king to ensure justice and protect the weak.
Indian Political Thought
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Religion has had a significant influence on the polity in pre-modern India. The guiding principle of the political tradition in India is secularism, and the country’s unique civilization has accommodated…
During the Medieval period in India, two texts mentioned important ideas regarding sovereign authority which are as follows –
Fatwa-i-Jahandari and
Ain-i-Akbari
The political ideas of Ancient India are diverse and complex, but some of the major features of this tradition include: 1] Monarchy 2] Democratic Values 3] Decentralization 4] Dharma 5] Spies and Armies 6] Welfare State 7] Republics and Oligarchies.