Timeless Leadership: Exploring the Relevance of Ancient Indian Wisdom in Modern Organizational Contexts through the lenses of Lord Ram, Lord Krishna and the Arthashastra

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31305/rrijm2025.v05.n01.005

Keywords:

Ancient Indian wisdom, Leadership principles, Arthashastra, Decision making, Strategy

Abstract

Leadership is a crucial element in determining the success or failure of organizations and societies worldwide. Its significance has captivated scholars across diverse cultures and time periods, promoting an exploration of timeless leadership principles. Ancient Indian texts, particularly the Ramayan and Mahabharat offer profound insights into leadership, demonstrating remarkable relevance to contemporary contexts. This study delves into the leadership styles of two iconic figures, Lord Ram and Lord Krishna, examining their decision-making processes, strategic thinking and interpersonal relationships. A comparative analysis with the principles outlined in the Arthashastra, an ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economic policy, and military strategy by Kautilya (Chanakya), provides a comprehensive understanding of leadership dynamics.

Author Biographies

  • Dr. Manish Kumar, Associate Professor, FMS, Gopal Narayan Singh University

    Dr. Manish Kumar is Associate Professor in Marketing and entrepreneurship area in Faculty of Management Studies, Gopal Narayan Singh University, Bihar. He has his master’s in business administration from Institute of Management Studies, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi. He is a UGC-NET qualified and has done his doctoral work from Institute of Management Studies, BHU, Varanasi. He pursues his research interest in the area of Indian Knowledge System, Advertising Appeals, Social development through Rural Marketing, and Consumer Behavior. He has a rich experience of conducting guest lecture on Marketing, Branding, Sales Promotion and enhancing managerial effectiveness apart from providing career guidance to the students. He is a master’s trainer in the area of Indian Knowledge System. He is also associated as a reviewer for the journal. He has to his credit a rich list of publications both in journal and book.

  • Dr. Sweta Singh, Assistant Professor, Amity University, Patna

    Dr. Sweta Singh is an Assistant Professor at Amity University, Patna (Amity Education Group). She has previously worked with FMS, ICFAI University, Jharkhand (ICFAI Group) for over six years and Cipla. A UGC-JRF qualified academician with a doctoral degree from the Institute of Management Studies, Banaras Hindu University, her research interests include Corporate Social Responsibility, Societal Marketing, Sustainable Development, and Organizational Behavior. Dr. Sweta has successfully guided two research scholars for the award of PhD degrees in management. She has also supervised numerous PG and UG students. Dr. Sweta possesses over 10 years of experience, including about 8 years in academics post PhD. She has delivered guest lecturers in Management Development Programs.

References

Valmiki, Ramayana

Vyasa, Mahabharata

Kautilya (Chanakya), Arthashastra

Bass, B. M., & Bass, R. (2008). The Bass Handbook of Leadership: Theory, Research, and Managerial Applications

Northouse, P. G. (2018). Leadership: Theory and Practice

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Published

2025-03-31

Issue

Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): RRIJM [JAN-MAR]

Section

Articles

How to Cite

Kumar, M., & Singh, S. (2025). Timeless Leadership: Exploring the Relevance of Ancient Indian Wisdom in Modern Organizational Contexts through the lenses of Lord Ram, Lord Krishna and the Arthashastra . Revista Review Index Journal of Multidisciplinary, 5(1), 39-42. https://doi.org/10.31305/rrijm2025.v05.n01.005