What is meant is something is draconian?

When something is described as draconian, it refers to laws, rules, or measures that are excessively harsh or severe. The term originates from Draco, a 7th-century BC Athenian legislator known for his severe legal code. Draconian measures often evoke a sense of injustice due to their extreme nature, typically punishing minor offenses with disproportionately severe consequences.