The scripture is largely inspired by the Garud Puran and provides a detailed account of the sufferings a soul undergoes in the afterlife (Yampuri).
It reinforces the "Shikshapatri" (the primary code of conduct) by showing the consequences of ignoring its mandates. Why Read Yamdand in Gujarati? yamdand book in gujarati
: The text operates on the spiritual principle that "there is no true love without wholesome fear" ( bhay vina priti nahi ). The scripture is largely inspired by the Garud