• ISBN13: 9789370149465
• Binding: Paperback
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• Publisher: Gyan Publishing House
• Publisher Imprint: Gyan Publishing House
• Publication Date: January 1, 2025
• Pages: 225
• Original Price: INR 450.0
• Language: English
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• Item Weight: 402 grams
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The Dattaka-Mimansa and Dattaka-Chandrika are two significant treatises on the Hindu law of adoption, translated by James Charles Colebrooke Sutherland. These works explore the complex legal principles surrounding adoption in Hindu society, offering insights into the procedures, rights, and responsibilities involved in the adoption process. The Dattaka-Mimansa provides a philosophical and doctrinal interpretation of adoption, while the Dattaka-Chandrika serves as a commentary, offering practical guidance on legal aspects. Together, they form a critical foundation for understanding traditional Hindu adoption laws, influencing both historical and contemporary legal perspectives in India.

About The Translator: James Charles Colebrooke Sutherland's (1792-1844) The Dattaka-Mimansa and Dattaka-Chandrika are key treatises on Hindu law of adoption. These texts explore the principles and rules surrounding adoption in ancient Hindu society, addressing legal, religious, and social aspects, and offering comprehensive insights into the rights and duties of adopted individuals.