precedent:
an earlier event or action that is regarded as an example or guide to be considered in subsequent similar circumstances
(Noun)
Example Sentences:
Ramayana: Many of the defining incidents in the Ramayana have become precedents on which Indian society has based its behaviour for millennia.
Mahabharata: While discussing whether Draupadi’s marrying five husbands was appropriate, Vyasadeva stressed that such a relationship, although not common, had some precedents in history.
Bhagavad-gita: When Krishna recommended renunciation in action, instead of renunciation of action, he quoted precedents of illustrious kings like Janaka.