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The Art of Governance

Dharmasastra in Modern Leadership
Dr. Sonali Khurjekar and Prof. Rasika Datar

Learning Outcomes:
• Explore ethical governance principles in Dharmasastra.
• Apply transparency, accountability, and responsibility to corporate governance.
• Connect leadership ethics to organizational sustainability.
• Compare Dharmasastra with modern governance frameworks.

Introduction:
Within the domain of leadership studies, there has been a continuous effort to
comprehend the fundamentals of good leadership. Scholars and practitioners have
explored many facets of leadership, from ancient philosophies to contemporary
theories, in an effort to gain knowledge that might help people and organizations
succeed. Integrating moral and ethical values has become increasingly important in
this endeavor, emphasizing the need of integrity in leadership.

Dharmasastra’s significance in today’s leadership discourse transcends its background
in history and culture. Its principles provide timeless knowledge that cuts across
national borders and cultural divides, offering a foundation for moral judgment calls
and conscientious leadership behaviors.
The teachings of Dharmasastra provide a
light of direction for leaders confronting
complex ethical dilemmas and seeking
to uphold integrity amidst various
challenges in a society marked by fast
change, uncertainty, and moral ambiguity.

This Chapter attempts to investigate the
relationship between leadership, integrity
and Dharmasastra.

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