Hindu legal texts

Hindu legal texts are ancient scriptures and commentaries that outline principles of justice, morality, and social conduct based on Hindu beliefs. They include sources like the Manusmriti, Dharmashastra, and various regional scriptures, which prescribe rules for personal behavior, family duties, social order, and ethical conduct. While they historically guided societal laws and customs in India, modern legal systems now primarily rely on contemporary statutes. These texts remain important for understanding cultural values and spiritual principles within Hinduism but are interpreted contextually in today’s legal and social frameworks.