What was the concept of 'Niyoga' in Vedic times?

It was a practice where a childless widow could cohabit with her brother-in-law to produce an heir, a custom Manu later viewed with disfavor.

Ancient Indian Social Law

UPSC Archival Analysis

Exam Year

2003

Evidence Source

ID: HIS_ANC_2003_103 Ref: Manusmriti (Laws of Manu)

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Correct Option: B

The Manusmriti is the ancient text that most explicitly prohibits or discourages the remarriage of women, particularly widows.