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Analysis Study Research Paper | Management | Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026 | Pages: 1266 - 1267 | India
Exploring Religious Values for Effective Management: Evidence from the Ramayana
Abstract: The integration of ethical and value-based frameworks into modern management has gained increasing importance in the context of organizational sustainability and leadership effectiveness. This study explores the role of religious values in shaping effective management practices, with specific reference to the Ramayana and Bhagavad Gita. By correlating these philosophical constructs with modern managerial functions such as decision-making, leadership, motivation, and ethical governance, the study highlights how ancient wisdom can provide a robust framework for addressing current organizational challenges. The findings suggest that religious values embedded in the Bhagavad Gita contribute significantly to developing responsible leadership, enhancing employee engagement, and fostering a value-driven organizational culture. The paper concludes that integrating spiritual and ethical dimensions into management practices not only improves organizational effectiveness but also promotes long-term sustainability and human-centric growth. This study contributes to the growing body of literature on value-based management by offering a cross-disciplinary perspective that bridges traditional philosophy and modern management thought.
Keywords: Value based management, religious ethics in leadership, teachings of Bagavat gita and Ramayana, ethical decision making, spiritual management principles
How to Cite?: K. Lalitha Parameshwari, "Exploring Religious Values for Effective Management: Evidence from the Ramayana", Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1266-1267, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26321120236, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26321120236