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ORGANIZATION

OF CHAPTERS

Navigating Indian Traditions in Industry has been meticulously
crafted to ensure a logical and progressive flow that aligns with
the educational needs of modern learners while fostering a deep
understanding of how Indian traditional knowledge can be applied
to contemporary business and management practices. Below is the
sequence of chapters:

1. Foundations of Management: Insights from Vedic Wisdom
The opening chapter begins with the core ethical principles of
Vedic wisdom to lay the groundwork for the rest of the book.
Indian philosophy emphasizes Dharma (righteousness) and Karma
(duty), which form the foundation of ethical behavior, leadership,
and decision-making. By introducing these values at the start, the
chapter establishes the importance of integrity, ethical grounding,
and responsibility in modern business environments. This ethical
framework is crucial for students and business leaders to understand
the intersection of morality and business operations, laying the
foundation for all subsequent discussions on holistic practices and
governance. This approach reflects principles found in business
ethics literature (Crane & Matten, 2016), which stress the importance
of ethical decision-making in leadership.

2. Holistic Management: Integrating Ayurveda and
Organizational Practices
This chapter builds upon the ethical foundation by introducing
the concept of holistic management. Ayurveda, with its focus on
balance—physical, mental, and emotional—provides a powerful
model for understanding employee well-being, stress management,
and organizational culture. Modern research in organizational
behavior (Kahn, 1990) also supports the idea that a holistic approach
to management, focusing on the health of employees, directly
impacts productivity and organizational resilience. The integration
of Ayurvedic practices into corporate environments is an innovative
yet grounded approach to business management, demonstrating the
relevance of ancient health and wellness philosophies in fostering
sustainable work cultures.