Artha is a Sanskrit term referring to the idea of material prosperity. In Hinduism, artha is considered to be a noble goal as long as it follows the dictates of Vedic morality. The concept includes achieving widespread fame, garnering wealth and having an elevated social standing. The Sanskrit language ( संस्कृता वाक्) is one of the earliest attested members of the Indo-European language family and is not only a classical language, but also an official language of India. ... Hinduism (सनातन धर्म; also known as Sanātana Dharma, and Vaidika-Dharma) is a worldwide religious tradition that is based on the bedrock of the Veda scriptures. ... The religion of the Vedic civilization is the predecessor of classical Hinduism, usually included in the term. ...

Artha is the second step on the ladder of aims in Hindu life, directly above kama, sensual pleasures. Kama is considered the lowest goal because it is comprised of those things which humankind shares with the animals, while artha is concerned with man's social structure. Above artha is dharma, and the highest goal of all is moksha. Different goals are recommended depending on where a Hindu stands on his spiritual journey. Kama can refer to several things Kama, a Hindu god The term Kama also refers to one of the 4 goals of life according to Hindu traditions (Purusharthas) - these include Dharma, artha, kama, and moksha The Kama River, a tributary of the Volga river, in Russia Kama, sickle-like weapons... Dharma (sanskrit, roughly (natural) law or way) is the way of the higher Truths. ... Moksha (Sanskrit: विमोक्ष, liberation) or Mukti (Sanskrit: विमुक्ति, release) refers, in general, to liberation from the cycle of death and rebirth. ...