If all of the world´s cultural heritage (sports, music, fashion, architecture, literature, painting, etc..) was contained in a time capsule, what would you include to demonstrate the legacy of your country?
2.
India is one of the oldest
civilizations in the world
Vast geographical diversity
◦ Fertile plains, arid deserts,
beautiful coastlines and lofty
mountains
India is also a land of linguistic
diversity
◦ Government recognizes18
Official Languages
The Mahabharata has always
been a cultural centerpiece
◦ It is pervasive in India‟s daily life
3. It is about the
rivalry between two
cousins Pandavas Kauravas
It culminates in an
18 day war
involving all the
kingdoms of India
At the end of the
war there is
destruction - no
winners
4.
Has given India its identity
Has been influential in
shaping the History of India
The Capital of India - Delhi
was established in the era
described in the book
Influences Indian social and
political thought to this day
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5. The Mahabharata
establishes the
geographical
boundaries of India. It
is the story of the
dynasty of Bharat (the
king after whom India
has been named
Bharata)
This geographical
boundary has never
been united under one
rule in known history.
Even the British were
unable to control large
portions of what is
today Northwestern
Pakistan and
Afghanistan
According to Indian
Mythology anyone who
unites this „Undivided
India‟ would be
bestowed the Title
„Samrat‟.
Ashoka, in ancient
times almost achieved
this task, but gave up
the quest once he
adopted Buddhism and
eschewed war. His
symbols have been
adopted by the Indian
State.
6. Delhi was first established
during the Mahabharata as the
new capital of the protagonists
This has resulted in many
Empires setting up capitals in
the region (City of 7 Cities)
Over time it has become the
spiritual capital of India and a
symbol of „Undivided India‟
New Delhi (1934) was
established as India‟s Capital by
the British
7. Mahabharata is brilliant
because it recognizes the real
dilemmas and contradictions
in human nature
It is the story of a war between
good and evil. However, the
good had to use trickery to win
and the evil also had some
good within them
There are four life goals –
Artha („material well-being‟),
Kama („pleasure‟), Dharma
(„righteousness‟) and Moksha
(„spiritual liberation‟). We need
a balance of all four to lead a
balanced life
The Mahabharata urges “Be
intent on the action, not on the
fruits of actions”
8. Kaurvas had a few allies; while
Pandavas, worked to garner more
allies so that they can gain more
support. They established various
relationships with kings who
would support their cause
While working on a big project, it
is good to extend to other people
who can contribute in whatever
way or portion. The more allies
you have working for the
achievement of your target, the
more chances you have
All the great generals of Kauravas
including were fighting individual
fights. However, Pandavas had
only one team bound by one goal.
All participated in decision making
process
Put right people at right places. If
the managers or team leaders are
not able to inspire or provide
directions, the team won't function
effectively. This is surely one of
the most important aspect of any
management team
9. Kauravas had individual motives
but they could not help the group
motive. Only Duryodhna wanted
the war. While Pandavas had their
individual vows and oaths to keep,
they worked towards the common
goal
Align individual goals and skills to
the group. It will help you get
maximum output because every
individual is pumped to fulfill
his/her personal goal, which in
turn is fulfilling the common goal
Kauravas had a one-man
leadership hierarchy. The whole of
the army was under one person's
command. On the other hand,
Pandavas had different generals
directing the operations
Share your responsibilities when
you have a huge target. It is good
to have different people looking
after different departments and
answerable for their own tasks. If
you have only one person making
all the decision, things could turn
messy
10.
Gives an Indian perspective
towards universal concerns
Provides a framework for
leading a content and
virtuous life
Gives a framework on how a
just state should function for
the betterment of its citizens
Provides lessons of
management that are relevant
to business in any era
Gives guidance on the art of
war
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