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ANANYA GAUR
The Rigveda also lays down the right conduct for war.
Vedic rules maintain that its unjust to strike someone
from behind, poison the tip of the arrow, and evil to
attack the sick, elderly or children.
The Ramayana describes an interesting discussion
between Ravana and his brother Vibhishana about an
ambassador. Ravana planned to kill Ambassador
Hanuman, who appeared at his court on behalf of
Rama. His brother Vibheeshana reminded him that if
he did kill the ambassador, he would be acting against
Raj Dharma (the duty of kings).
(ii)Self-preservation
(iii)Maintenance of balance of power
(iv)Prevention of oppression of ones people