1. Dana, which means giving in a beneficial way: things such as daily necessities, useful knowledge and advice, and forgiveness to those who deserve.
2. Sila, which means maintaining good conduct, not breaching religious morals, laws or any ethical norms, so as to be able to command love and reverence among the people.
3. Pariccaga, which means making selfless sacrifice for the greater good of the people and the peace and order of the country.
4. Ajjava, which means loyalty, truthfulness and honesty in the performance of the royal duties.
5. Maddava, which means being gentle and open-minded to reasonable advice and admonitions and not being arrogant or wilful.
6. Tapa, which means diligence in performing the royal duties, leading a simple life and restraining the mind from indulging in sensual pleasure.
7. Akkodha, which means not showing anger, not dwelling on hatred or vindictiveness against others, but being compassionate. Failing to observe this may lead to unjust decisions.
8. Avihimsa, which means not afflicting harm on others, including all living things, but adhering to peace and tranquility for all.
9. Khanti, which means being patient and persevering against all emotions and abrasive words, and maintaining calmness and composure in body and speech.
10. Avirodhana, which means being steadfast in righteousness, not allowing any misdeeds, being just in correcting those who do wrong and rewarding those who do right.