कानून का पालन करना

You use this phrase when talking about civic duties. It works perfectly in sentences about traffic rules or taxes. You can also use it for school or office policies. To use it, simply attach the subject at the beginning. For example, 'Everyone should कानून का पालन करना.' It functions as a standard verb phrase in your sentence.

Use it in serious discussions about society. It is great for news, debates, or teaching kids. Use it when you want to sound responsible. If a policeman stops you, this is the phrase to use! It shows you are respectful and aware of your duties. It also fits well in professional emails regarding compliance.

Don't use this for small, personal favors. You wouldn't 'obey the law' of your friend's house party. For casual house rules, use बात मानना (listening to someone). It sounds too heavy for a game of Ludo. Avoid it in romantic settings unless you're joking about 'laws of love'. It can sound a bit robotic in very intimate conversations.

In India, the concept of 'Dharma' often overlaps with law. Historically, following the 'rules' was seen as a moral path. Today, the phrase is very common in public service announcements. You will see it on posters at every Indian railway station. It reflects the post-independence push for a structured, legal society. It’s a mark of a 'Sushikshit' (well-educated) citizen.

You might hear नियमों का पालन करना for 'following rules'. This is slightly more common for non-legal settings like sports. Another variation is कानून मानना, which is shorter and more casual. If someone is breaking the law, you say कानून तोड़ना. If you are enforcing it, you use कानून लागू करना.