Manuscript Number : GISRRJ24743

Motivation and Control in the Mahabharata : Ancient Wisdom for Modern Leadership

Authors(1) :-Dr. Vinayak Bhat

Motivation and control are critical elements in both personal success and organizational management. This research explores ancient wisdom found in the Mahabharata, examining its teachings on motivation and control and how they can be applied in modern contexts. The study delves into the Indian philosophical perspective, where motivation is seen as an intrinsic quality of the Self, driven by moral values and inner knowledge. By analysing various Sanskrit shlokas from the Mahabharata, the paper highlights the importance of instruction, responsibility, leadership, and unity in motivating individuals and maintaining control within organizations. These insights offer timeless guidance for contemporary leaders, demonstrating the relevance of ancient teachings in today's world.

Authors and Affiliations

Dr. Vinayak Bhat
Lecturer in Sanskrit, MES Prof. BR Subbarao PU College Vidyaranyapura, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Motivation, Control, Mahabharata, Sanskrit Proverbs, Indian Philosophy, Leadership, Organizational Management, Moral Values.

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Publication Details

Published in : Volume 7 | Issue 4 | July-August 2024
Date of Publication : 2024-07-15
License:  This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Page(s) : 12-16
Manuscript Number : GISRRJ24743
Publisher : Technoscience Academy

ISSN : 2582-0095

Cite This Article :

Dr. Vinayak Bhat , "Motivation and Control in the Mahabharata : Ancient Wisdom for Modern Leadership", Gyanshauryam, International Scientific Refereed Research Journal (GISRRJ), ISSN : 2582-0095, Volume 7, Issue 4, pp.12-16, July-August.2024
URL : https://gisrrj.com/GISRRJ24743

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