One can ensure their own protection by upholding the principle of "dharmo rakshati rakshitah" by following moral and ethical principles. This means that by doing what is right and just, one can protect themselves from harm.
By upholding the principle of "dharmo rakshati rakshitah," one can ensure the protection of their own well-being by following righteous conduct and values. This principle emphasizes that when one protects righteousness, righteousness in turn protects them. This means that by living a moral and ethical life, one can safeguard their own well-being and security.
The Dhatu roop of Raksh in Sanskrit is "Rakshati."
"धर्मो रक्षति रक्षितः" - (Dharmo rakshati rakshitah) - Dharma protects those who protect it. "धर्मेण हीनाः पशुभिः समानाः" - (Dharmena hinah pashubhih samanah) - Without dharma, humans are equal to animals. "सत्यम् वद; धर्मं चर" - (Satyam vadha; Dharmam chara) - Speak the truth; Practice righteousness. "उद्धरेदात्मनात्मानं नात्मानमवसादयेत्।" - (Uddharedatmanatmanam naatmanamavasadayet) - Elevate yourself by yourself, and do not degrade yourself.
National Law School of India University's motto is 'Dharmo Rakshati Rakshata'.