ROLE OF BHARATIYA GYAN TRADITION IN MODERN CONCEPT OF ARTHASHASTRA
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https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i2.2024.3232Keywords:
Bharatiya Gyan Parampara, Arthashastra, Chanakya, Modern Economics, Inclusive Growth, Sustainable Development, Social Justice, Economic PhilosophyAbstract [English]
The Indian knowledge tradition has always emphasized the interconnectedness of social, political, and economic systems, viewing them as a unified whole and developing them in a progressive manner. A key component of this tradition is Arthashastra, a significant text written by Chanakya (Kautilya), which provides an in-depth analysis of economic and political policies in ancient India. This ancient text, although written centuries ago, continues to be relevant in modern times, particularly in discussions related to social and economic development. In this research paper, the concepts of Bharatiya Arthashastra are analyzed in the context of modern economics, highlighting its relevance in contemporary economic thought. The paper demonstrates how the ancient ideas of Arthashastra have seamlessly integrated key modern concepts like social justice, sustainable development, and inclusive growth. By connecting these traditional teachings with current economic practices, this research emphasizes that the principles outlined by Kautilya were not only pragmatic but also forward-thinking. They addressed the need for a balance between economic prosperity, social welfare, and political stability, principles that continue to guide policy-making today. The paper ultimately underscores the enduring value of Bharatiya Arthashastra in shaping modern economic strategies for development. Bharatiya Gyan Parampara ne He understood social, political and economic systems together and developed them in a progressive manner. Arthashastra, a treatise written primarily by Chanakya (Kautilya), analysed the economic and political policies of his time. Even today the book is seen as a pillar of social and economic development. In this research paper, the economics of the Indian knowledge tradition has been understood by linking it with the concepts of modern economics, and its role has been analyzed. This paper shows how Indian economics has contributed to social justice, sustainable development, and inclusive growth. As I have included today's concepts in my thoughts.
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