व्यसनसाहाय्यमभ्युपपत्तिः ॥ कZ_०२.१०.३५ ॥
vyasanasāhāyyam abhyupapattiḥ
Offering assistance in calamity or distress is a pledge of support (a form of conciliatory assurance).
It credibly signals commitment and creates obligation/reciprocity, stabilizing alliances and compliance.