Sāma, Dāna, Bheda, Danda
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Sāma, Dāna, Bheda, Danda is a method of persuasion used by Hindu Kshatriyas.[citation needed] These are four of the seven techniques used by Kings to rule their kingdoms. The other three are Maya, Upeksha and Indrajala.[citation needed]
This is a political methodology to approach a given situation. Start with conciliation or gentle persuasion ( Sāma - Respect ). If that does not help, give something ( Dāna - Gift). If that still does not change the status quo, divide the enemies or create division among them ( Bheda - Division ). Use force ( Danda - Punishment ) to resolve the situation where the previous three fail.[citation needed] All four were to be contemplated.[citation needed]
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