There was a phase in human history when sexual relationships between men and women for procreation as well as pleasure carried no taboo of any sort. Social norms regarding these were only a matter-of-fact; mainly requiring mutual consent. With the advancement of civilisation, relationships and social practices also transformed.



This slideshow will tell you about the sexual norms mentioned in ancient Indian scriptures. These may come across as shocking, but should be understood in historical-sociological context. Read on...

1) In chapter 63 of Adiparva in Mahabharat, open sexual contact between Rishi Parashar and Satyavati Matsyangandha has been described. Also, in the 104th chapter of Adiparva, it is mentioned that son of Utthat, Dirghtama got intimate with a woman in the audience of other people.