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Hindu kings and their actions. Their duties (rājanīti) in the role of a king.

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Why did Vinda and Anuvinda share Avanti?

As I know, Vinda and Anuvinda were the kings of Avanti, they were defeated by Sahadeva in their Digvijaya, they supported the Kauravas and they were finally killed by Arjuna on the 14th. My question ...
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Who was the earliest Sudra king?

Was it the Rig Vedic king Sudas? He is said to have fought in the battle of ten kings.
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Does Hinduism permit kings to act tyrannical?

Does Hinduism permit kings to act tyrannical? As in allowing kings to exploit the people, loot them, kill, take women, etc?
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What is the Shini kingdom?

As I said in this question, there is a kingdom called "Shini" that helped Jarasandha according to Harivamsa. I want to know what this kingdom is, or if there was simply a translation error to refer ...
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What is Jarasandha's military force according to BORI's Harivamsa?

According to this chapter of that version of Harivamsa, the military force of Jarasandha in his attacks on Mathura consisted of the kingdoms of Hastinapura, Videha (capital of Mithila), Bahlika, Chedi,...
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Who is King Yavana mentioned in Anushasana Parva of Mahabharat?

In Anushasana Parva (165), Bhishma tells Yudhishthira about the names of the deities, Rishis and Kings to be duly recited for efficacious cleansing of all sins. The following is the (abbreviated) ...
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There were other kingdoms that supported Duryodhana in Kurukshetra apart from those that are popularly known?

I'm curious if apart from Avanti, Kalinga, Anga, Kamboja, Sindhu, Bahlika, Kekaya, Madra, Trigarta and Gandhara there were other kingdoms that supported Duryodhana in Kurukshetra.
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Is it true that the sixth period of king is pattabhishekam(Crowning)?

According to jyotish shastra (astrology), is it true that sixth period of a king refers to the time of pattabhishekam(Crowning)?
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What are the occupations of brothers of a king?

In general, the elder son of a king will become the next king, if eligible. In which occupations the brothers of the next king (elder brother) will settle? Does it depends on individual or will there ...
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Can Sanyasis be rulers according to scriptures?

These days, many Sanyasis have entered politics. The most notable example would be perhaps Yogi Adityanath, the chief-minister of the largest state in India, Uttar-Pradesh. However, many spiritual ...
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Are there any legitimate reasons for initiating war?

Should the king weigh the potential damage done to his own people and kingdom before declaring a war? Should he try and make his best effort to avoid the war? Are there any circumstances when a war is ...
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Neglect of Lava/Kusa by Rama

Lord Rama was surprised to encounter Lava and Kusa who challenged his power unknowingly before Ashwamedha Yagam. Why did he not bother to inquire or keep track of his children's progress for so long ...
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Does mahabharata mention conflict between shungas and indo greeks?

Several works, such as the Mahabharata and the Yuga Purana describe the conflict between the Shungas and the Indo-Greeks. From here: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shunga_Empire Where does ...
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Who is this King Bhavya who lived on the banks of Indus?

Rig Veda Book 1 Hymn 126 is dedicated to a king who has given a lot of gifts to a certain Kakshivan in a sacrifice: 1 WITH wisdom I present these lively praises of Bhāvya dweller on the bank of ...
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Was there a process of impeachment if a king was found to be in violation of dharma?

If a king was found to be in violation of dharma repeatedly and did not want to step down voluntarily, what were the options for the prajā? Did they demand the king be ousted? Was there an "...
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Can dharma śāstras be suspended during emergencies?

Can a Hindu king or ruler suspend the dharma śāstras and other law books at difficult times e.g., during famine, floods, internal conflicts or when the state is actively engaged in a war? If yes, can ...