Shloka 5.64.15

अङ्गद-प्रत्यागमनम् — Angada’s Return and the Confirmation of Sītā’s Discovery

Devanagari script

नाज्ञापयितुमीशोऽहं युवराजोऽस्मि यद्यपि।अयुक्तं कृतकर्माणो यूयं धर्षयितुं मया।।।।

Transliteration

nājñāpayitum īśo 'haṃ yuvarājo 'smi yadyapi | ayuktaṃ kṛtakarmāṇo yūyaṃ dharṣayituṃ mayā ||

Translation

Though I am the heir-apparent, I am not entitled to command you. Since you have already accomplished the work, it would be improper for me to press or order you.

Context

"Even though I am heir apparent, it is not proper for me to order you.You have accomplished the purpose and to command you is not befitting on my part."

Characters & Entities

• Angada
• Vānara troops

FAQs

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

Authority must be exercised with propriety and fairness; dharma-based leadership avoids coercion and honors those who have fulfilled their duty.

What is the narrative situation?

Angada clarifies his role: despite being heir-apparent, he chooses not to command the accomplished warriors and instead respects them.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Maryādā (propriety) and humility in power—leadership without arrogance.