Modern corporate management faces numerous challenges including ethical dilemmas, leadership crises, employee stress, and sustainability concerns. While traditional management models emphasize efficiency, productivity, and profitability, contemporary scholars increasingly recognize the importance of ethical leadership, emotional intelligence, and purpose-driven management (Northouse, 2021). In this context, philosophical and spiritual traditions have gained attention as potential sources of leadership wisdom. One of the most influential texts in Indian philosophy is the Bhagavad Gita, which forms part of the Indian epic Mahabharata. The text presents a dialogue between Lord Krishna and the warrior Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra, where Arjuna experiences a moral dilemma regarding his duty. Although originally presented in a spiritual and philosophical context, the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita contain universal principles relevant to leadership, decision-making, and human behavior. Scholars have increasingly explored the applicability of these teachings in modern management, particularly in areas such as ethical governance, leadership development, and organizational behavior (Chakraborty, 1995). This paper aims to examine the relevance of the Bhagavad Gita's teachings in modern corporate management practices. Specifically, it analyzes how the principles of Karma Yoga, Dharma, detached leadership, emotional balance, and visionary guidance can contribute to effective leadership and organizational success.

The intersection of spirituality and management has emerged as a significant area of research in organizational studies. Scholars argue that modern organizations require leadership frameworks that integrate ethical values with managerial effectiveness (Fry, 2003). Several studies have explored the role of Indian philosophical traditions in management theory. Chakraborty (1995) introduced the concept of Vedantic management, emphasizing value-based leadership rooted in Indian spiritual philosophy. Similarly, Radhakrishnan (1948) highlighted the universal ethical principles contained within the Bhagavad Gita. The philosophy of Karma Yoga, which emphasizes selfless action without attachment to outcomes, has been compared to modern concepts such as intrinsic motivation and process-oriented management. Additionally, the Gita’s teachings on emotional balance and self-control closely resemble contemporary theories of emotional intelligence proposed by Goleman (1998). Furthermore, the Gita emphasizes duty, ethical responsibility, and disciplined action, which align with contemporary ideas of transformational leadership and responsible governance. Despite these parallels, there remains a need for systematic exploration of how these philosophical principles can be integrated into practical corporate management frameworks.