A STUDY ON ROLE OF MANAGEMENT LESSONS FROM ‘BHAGAVAD GITA’ AND ‘CHATRAPATI SHIVAJI MAHARAJ HISTORY’ AS OF IKS SUBJECT FOR MANAGEMENT STUDENTS: A CRITICAL REVIEW
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https://doie.org/10.5281/g0kmx531Keywords:
Management,, Lessons,, Bhagwat Geeta,,Abstract
The study critically examines the role of management lessons derived from the Bhagavad Gita and the
leadership strategies of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, emphasizing their relevance in modern management
education. Rooted in the Indian Knowledge System (IKS), these teachings offer valuable insights into
leadership, strategic decision-making, ethics, and resilience. The Bhagavad Gita provides profound
philosophical and managerial wisdom, focusing on duty, self-discipline, and crisis management. Similarly,
Shivaji Maharaj’s governance model highlights visionary leadership, people-centric administration, and
tactical excellence. This review explores their integration into management curricula, fostering ethical
leadership and strategic acumen among future managers. The study aims to bridge traditional wisdom with
contemporary management practices, making a case for an inclusive and value-driven approach in business
education.
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