1st International conference on bharatiya management: bridging ancient wisdom with modern practices in management

Date: 21^st and 22^nd August 2025

About Conference

In an age marked by increasing global uncertainty, ethical dilemmas, sustainability crises, and the alienation of individuals in hyper-competitive corporate cultures, there is an urgent call to revisit management philosophies that are holistic, inclusive, and value-driven. Against this backdrop, the theme of the conference “Bharatiya Management: Bridging Ancient Wisdom with Modern Practices in Management” emerges as both timely and transformational.

India, with its 5,000-year-old civilizational continuity, is uniquely positioned to offer management thought leadership to the world. As the global economic centre of gravity shifts eastward and the world looks for models that combine material growth with spiritual depth, Bharatiya Management offers an inclusive, sustainable, and contextually adaptable alternative.

it is not merely an academic curiosity or cultural revivalism it represents a deeply rooted, philosophically rich, and practically applicable paradigm that draws from India’s vast civilizational heritage. At its core, it promotes the integration of timeless Indian principles with contemporary management challenges to create ethical, sustainable, and human-centric organizations.

The foundations of Bharatiya Management can be traced to the Vedas, Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, Arthashastra, Manusmriti, Thirukkural, and a wide corpus of Indian philosophical and literary texts. These works articulate intricate insights into human behavior, leadership, governance, strategy, resource allocation, ethics, and community development.

Unlike many modern management models that are often mechanistic and transactional, Bharatiya Management rests on organic, relational, and integrative principles. For instance:

Dharma (righteous conduct) emphasizes ethical responsibility over short-term gains.
Karma Yoga encourages action without attachment, fostering commitment and detachment from ego.
Sattva promotes clarity, purity, and harmony in leadership decisions.
Lokasangraha (welfare of all) encourages inclusivity, collective good, and stakeholder well-being.
Yukti (strategic insight) from texts like the Arthashastra provides a nuanced understanding of realpolitik, economic policy, and institutional governance.

This worldview positions the manager not merely as a profit-maximizer, but as a karma-yogi, a servant-leader, a wise strategist, and a guardian of social and ecological harmony.

The conference highlights the urgent need to bridge the historical with the contemporary. Today’s management education is largely shaped by Western paradigms such as scientific management, behavioral theories, systems thinking, and shareholder capitalism. While these models have their merits, they often neglect cultural specificity, spiritual intelligence, and the ethical underpinnings necessary for long-term value creation.

Bharatiya Management fills this gap by offering frameworks that are culturally resonant, spiritually grounded, and intellectually robust. Whether it is incorporating Panchakosha (five layers of human consciousness) into HR practices, or using the Nyaya maxims for decision-making logic, or deploying Bhagavad Gita’s leadership archetypes in organizational training these applications make ancient knowledge relevant, accessible, and actionable.

Multinational corporations and global academic institutions are increasingly seeking models rooted in empathy, resilience, inclusivity, and purpose. Bharatiya Management is already influencing areas like:

Sustainable development and ESG through the lens of Dharma and intergenerational responsibility.
Leadership and organizational behaviour are grounded in Gita’s teachings on detachment and inner balance.
Corporate governance is shaped by Kautilya’s nuanced understanding of power, statecraft, and accountability.
Crisis management and resilience building based on stories from Indian epics like the Mahabharata and Ramayana.
One of the key objectives embedded in this conference is the pedagogical transformation of management education in India. The NEP 2020 has opened the doors for integrating Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) across disciplines, and this theme strongly advocates for a reimagined MBA curriculum that reflects India’s intellectual sovereignty.

About Chanakya University

In a world increasingly defined by complexity, uncertainty, and a growing disconnect between human progress, dharma, and nature, Chanakya University has emerged as India’s foremost institution committed to restoring balance through transformative education and visionary leadership. Established in 2022 through a State Legislature Act, the University is more than just a center of learning it is a catalyst for change, driven by the mission to address the most pressing developmental challenges through integrative thinking and innovative, sustainable solutions.

Firmly rooted in the principles of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, Chanakya University exemplifies the spirit of a modern Indian university that is globally relevant yet profoundly Indian in its soul. The institution champions multidisciplinary learning, weaving together contemporary global knowledge systems with India’s timeless civilizational ethos. It seeks to revive, reimagine, and integrate the wisdom of Bharatiya traditions with modern education frameworks to create a new paradigm of learning one that emphasizes character, competence, and contribution.

At the heart of Chanakya University’s mission is the belief that education must go beyond information dissemination to foster critical inquiry, ethical reasoning, cultural intelligence, and compassionate leadership. By offering a curriculum that spans disciplines such as the liberal arts, sciences, technology, business, public policy, and Indic studies, the University prepares students to navigate real-world challenges with clarity, integrity, and purpose.

With a growing community of over 1,500 students hailing from 25 states across India, the University celebrates India’s rich diversity while fostering a spirit of unity and shared purpose. The academic ecosystem includes six vibrant schools, each offering cutting-edge programs designed to nurture academic excellence, creativity, and social responsibility. Further strengthening its research and innovation capabilities are three Centres of Excellence and two research chairs, which serve as hubs for pioneering inquiry, interdisciplinary collaboration, and impactful scholarship.

Chanakya University also aspires to be a global thought leader. It actively engages with international academic institutions, think tanks, and policy forums to contribute to the global discourse on education, sustainability, governance, and cultural rejuvenation. Through its commitment to exceptional teaching, original research, community engagement, and ethical leadership, the University positions itself not only as an academic institution but as a transformative force dedicated to nation-building and global betterment.

School of Management Sciences

The School of Management Studies adopted a holistic and interdisciplinary educational approach that went beyond traditional business and finance curricula. Recognizing the dynamic and interconnected nature of the modern world, the School designed its academic framework to nurture not only technical and managerial competence but also intellectual curiosity and social awareness. Students were encouraged to engage with a wide array of subjects from the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, allowing them to develop a well-rounded worldview. This exposure played a crucial role in strengthening their critical thinking, analytical reasoning, communication, and interpersonal skills capabilities that are essential in today’s complex and multicultural business environments.

The academic philosophy of the School aimed to cultivate graduates who were not only professionally capable but also culturally sensitive, ethically grounded, and socially responsible. The emphasis was on nurturing future leaders who appreciated diversity of thought, respected global and local perspectives, and could contribute meaningfully to society and industry alike.

To support this vision, the School offered a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs tailored to meet diverse interests and career aspirations. At the undergraduate level, programs such as Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) and Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) provided students with foundational knowledge in business, economics, and management, while integrating courses from other disciplines to broaden their academic exposure. At the postgraduate level, the flagship Master of Business Administration (MBA) program offered specializations in high-demand areas such as Business Analytics, Finance, Supply Chain Management, and several others. These programs were designed with a strong emphasis on experiential learning, case-based pedagogy, industry immersion, and collaborative projects to bridge the gap between theory and practice.

MAIN THEMES

Integrating Ancient Wisdom into Modern Management Practices

Ethical Leadership: Insights from Indian Scriptures

Community-Centric Business Models in Indian Tradition

Literature Review on “Indian Epics and Their Influence on Leadership Models”

Decision-Making Frameworks Inspired by Indian Epics

Sustainable Management Practices Rooted in Indian Culture

Corporate Social Responsibility: An Indian Perspective

Call for Papers

We invite researchers, academicians, practitioners, and policy-makers to contribute original, unpublished research papers to our upcoming publication/conference. Papers are invited not limited to the following areas, which reflect the evolving discourse in Bharatiya Management: Bridging Ancient Wisdom with Modern Practices in Management.

Bharatiya approaches to leadership and governance
Dharma and ethical decision-making in management
Indigenous entrepreneurship and MSMEs in India
Sustainability, Lokasamgraha and responsible business
Corporate governance inspired by Indian philosophy
Role of spirituality and mindfulness in organizations
Ancient Indian texts and modern management theories
Management education in India: reforms and decolonization
Case studies on Indian family businesses and startups
Public policy, administration, and Indian models of development
Artha and Dharma: Rethinking Financial Ethics through Indian Thought
Indigenous Finance: Exploring Bharatiya Models of Financial Inclusion and MSME Financing
Sustainable Finance and ESG: Lessons from Bharatiya Economic Systems
Corporate Governance through the Lens of Kautilya’s Arthashastra
Bharatiya Accounting Traditions and Modern Financial Reporting Practices
Bharatiya Consumer Behaviour: Insights from Culture, Values, and Traditions
Storytelling, Symbols, and Spiritual Branding in Indian Markets
Reviving Local Brands: Traditional Knowledge and Modern Marketing
Ethical Marketing: Aligning Practices with Bharatiya Philosophies
The Role of Festivals and Rituals in Indian Consumerism
Leadership and Dharma: Building Ethical Organizations in India
Well-being at Work: Insights from Yoga, Mindfulness, and Indian Psychology
Bharatiya Approaches to Talent Development and Organizational Learning
Managing Diversity through the Lens of Indian Pluralism
Spirituality and Emotional Intelligence in Indian Workplaces
Resilience and Sustainability in Indian Supply Chains: Local to Global
Traditional Indian Production Systems and Lean Thinking
Ayurveda to Agri-Supply Chains: Reimagining Indigenous Resource Management
Decentralized Models and Swadeshi Thinking in Operations
Startups and Strategy in Bharat: From Jugaad to Unicorns
Family Business Models and Intergenerational Wisdom
Inclusive Innovation and Indigenous Knowledge Systems
Strategic Renewal through Bharatiya Civilizational Lens
Bharatiya Frameworks for Competitive Advantage and Nation-Building

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

Abstracts include the Purpose, Design/Methodology/Scope, Findings and Originality/Value, Brief biography (maximum six lines) and author contact details, including Author’s position, organization, address, telephone, mobile, and email.

Abstract: 200 to 400 words with 3 to 5 keywords

Full Paper: Maximum 10 pages
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Authors must submit original work that has not been previously published or concurrently submitted to other conferences or journals.
Proper citation and acknowledgement of all sources, collaborators, and prior work are mandatory.
Plagiarism in any form, including self-plagiarism, is strictly prohibited. All submissions will be screened using plagiarism detection tools.
All submissions will undergo a double-blind peer review to ensure impartiality and academic rigour.

IMPORTANT DATES

Abstract submission deadline: May 30, 2025
Notification of acceptance of Abstract: June 10, 2025
Full Paper Submission Deadlines: 15th July 2025
Registration Deadline: July 20, 2025
The Conference Program will be announced on August 10, 2025

Note: Full papers should follow the APA Guidelines

PUBLICATIONS

All the accepted full papers will be published in books from reputed publishers i.e., Taylor and Francis (CRC Press) and will be sent for indexing in Scopus.

AWARDS

Three best paper awards will be given based on reviewers’ suggestions only for candidates with full paper submissions.

REGISTRATION FEES

The registration fee is mandatory and includes a conference kit, proceedings, and multiple high tea sessions along with one each of breakfast, lunch, & dinner.

Type of Participants	Participants from India	Participants from Outside India
Faculty/Research Associates/Postdocs	INR 5000	USD 200
PhD Research Scholars/Students	INR 2000	USD 100
Corporate / Industry/others	INR 7000	USD 300