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DOI: https://doi.org/10.63345/ijrhs.net.v7.i6.1
Dr. Ajab Singh
Head, Dept. of Commerce
Maharana Pratap Government (P.G.) College,
Sikandra Rao, Hathras, U.P. India
Abstract— This paper synthesizes the metaphysical dualism of Sankhya philosophy with modern managerial rationality, proposing an ancient Indian framework for objective decision-making and ethical leadership. Sankhya’s core dualism—Puruṣa (pure consciousness, representing organizational vision) and Prakṛti (primordial matter, representing dynamic operations)—provides the foundation for discrimination (Viveka) in management. The analysis is extended through the Tri-Guṇa theory (Sattva, Rajas, Tamas), which serves as a diagnostic tool for understanding and balancing organizational culture, energy, and quality of judgment. Furthermore, the Sankhya evolutionary path, particularly the hierarchy of Buddhi (strategic intellect), Ahaṁkāra (ego-sense), and Manas (operational mind), is explored to enhance the cognitive faculties of leaders. Drawing heavily from the Bhagavad Gītā’s Karma Yoga, the article concludes that the highest form of managerial rationality is achieved through action performed with detachment (Niṣkāma Karma), ensuring objectivity, ethical consistency, and sustained high performance, thereby establishing a model for integrated leadership.
Keywords— Sankhya Philosophy, Managerial Rationali’ Prakṛti and Puruṣa, Tri-Guṇa Theory, Karma Yoga.
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