Integrating the Bhagavad Gita 18th chapter into Leadership Essentials under NEP 2020: An Indian Knowledge Systems Perspective
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https://doi.org/10.31305/rrjiks.2024.v1.n2.006Keywords:
Leadership Essentials, The Bhagavad Gita chapter 18, Indian knowledge system, Ethical LeadershipAbstract
The Bhagavad Gita's 18th chapter provides significant leadership lessons by highlighting the value of moral behavior, self-control, and purpose-driven activity. The incorporation of these age-old teachings into modern leadership frameworks is examined in this study, especially in light of India's National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The study intends to close the gap between conventional wisdom and contemporary leadership practices, emphasizing Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS). This study offers an approach to moral leadership that is consistent with the inclusive and comprehensive objectives of NEP 2020 by analyzing the fundamental ideas of the 18th chapter of the Bhagavad Gita. The study emphasizes how 14 key verses addressing leadership issues in the changing management practices incorporate ethical leadership from Gita and offer practical recommendations for encouraging ethical behavior, reflection, and social responsibility in today's leaders. This study contributes to future leaders' moral and efficient development by providing fresh perspectives on incorporating IKS into contemporary leadership practices.
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