: The text argues that mutually pleasurable intimacy is the foundation for stable relationships and, by extension, a stable society. The Role of Physical Intimacy

: It provides advice on building a home, finding a spouse, and maintaining social relationships.

The book is structured into seven sections, with only about dedicated to sexual positions. The broader work addresses "Kama"—one of the four goals of Hindu life—which refers to desire, pleasure, and emotional fulfillment.