Shloka 2.2.15

यौवराज्य-प्रस्तावः (Proposal for Rāma’s Installation as Heir-Apparent)

Devanagari script

यदिदं मेऽनुरूपार्थं मया साधु सुमन्त्रितम्।भवन्तो मेऽनुमन्यन्तां कथं वा करवाण्यहम्।।2.2.15।।

Transliteration

yad idaṃ me 'nurūpārthaṃ mayā sādhu sumantritam | bhavanto me 'numanyantāṃ kathaṃ vā karavāṇy aham || 2.2.15 ||

Translation

If this plan, fitting for me and well deliberated, seems right, then grant your approval; otherwise, tell me what I should do.

Context

Although it (this decision) is personally favourable to me and I have decided after seeking good counsel, you should also give me your consent and tell me what I should do.

Characters & Entities

• Daśaratha
• Assembly of counselors (Brāhmaṇas/ministers)

FAQs

What is the core ethical principle (Dharma) in this verse?

A dharmic ruler acts with transparency and seeks counsel/consent, treating governance as shared responsibility rather than personal will.

What is the narrative situation?

Daśaratha invites the assembly to approve his decision or advise an alternative course.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Humility and openness to guidance, even from a position of supreme authority.