Shukra-Niti

Shukra-Niti is a part of Dharmasastra and considered as Shukracharya's System of Morals.

What is Shukra-Niti?

It is a treatise on the science of governance, structured towards upholding the morals through implementing theories of political science.

Who authored it?

• The code is authored by Shukracharya also known as Usanas.

Which period?

• Shukra-Niti was claimed to be originated during Vedic period
• However, modern historians claim, the composition dating as early as the 4th century AD Gupta period and some have even claimed it to be a forgery from as recent as a 19th-century.

What does Niti mean?

• The term Niti is derived from the Sanskrit word which, in English translates to To Lead implying proper guidance.
• Niti can also mean moral values.
• ShukraNiti focuses on morality, which it stresses is necessary for the overall well being.

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