Archaeologists working in the lower Brahmaputra valley have discovered a series of stone stelae inscribed with 'Lila-Niti', dating back to the 4th Century BCE. These inscriptions provide a unique perspective on the philosophy of Lila (divine play), suggesting that the universe's inherent unpredictability is an invitation for human creativity rather than a source of suffering.
The findings are significant because they represent one of the earliest recorded attempts to apply the concept of cosmic play to Niti (governance). The inscriptions advocate for a flexible, non-dogmatic approach to law, emphasizing that the harmony of society must reflect the fluid and spontaneous nature of the natural world.