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

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

Exam Year

2003

Evidence Source

ID: HIS_ANC_2003_103 Ref: Manusmriti (Laws of Manu)