Six Ancient Legal Texts Existing During the Singhasari and Majapahit Era
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 Published On Nov 24, 2023

Law is a set of rules and norms created and enforced by the government or authorities with jurisdiction in a society. The primary purpose of law is to regulate the behavior and relationships among individuals and groups to achieve justice, order, and security in a community.

Law encompasses various fields, including civil law, criminal law, constitutional law, administrative law, and others. Each type of law has its own focus and principles according to its specific goals.

Laws can be established through the legislative process, which involves the creation of laws by legislative bodies, or through court decisions based on precedents in common law systems. Laws can also originate from traditions, customs, or agreements among individuals or nations.

The enforcement of laws involves the implementation of these rules and the imposition of sanctions or consequences for violations. Additionally, law plays a role in resolving conflicts, protecting individual rights, and creating a foundation for stable social order.

Majapahit Law refers to the legal system that prevailed in the Majapahit Kingdom, a Hindu-Buddhist kingdom that once existed in the Nusantara region. Some historical records and inscriptions indicate that Majapahit had a relatively organized system of governance and law. The kingdom was ruled by kings considered as gods or manifestations of gods, and its legal system was believed to cover aspects such as civil law, criminal law, and administrative law.

Majapahit Law also involved customs and norms of Hindu-Buddhist religion that influenced the lives of the people at that time. Additionally, there are indications that Majapahit law could be found in inscriptions providing guidance on procedures and sanctions related to governance and daily life.

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