Indian Ethos in Mgmt 2

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INDIAN ETHOS


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Ethos/Spirit of a Community:

Culture

Traditions

Customs

Continued expression in,

ThoughtsActions

Behaviors


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ETHOS

Set of beliefs, ideas, attitudes

Guides to social behaviour

Of a Nation / Community / Religion


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The body of knowledge which derives its

solutions from the rich and huge Indian systemof ethics (moral philosophy) is known as IndianEthos in Management (IEM).

Is IEM some kind of Hindu concept ofmanagement?

Certainly not.


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Management is behavioral science and it has tobe culture specific.

IEM has as its basis, the culture base of India

and as a country whose culture has its roots inreligion.

It does draw its lessons from the religions of theland - be it Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainnism orany other.


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What you want from others Do it to others

What you dont want from

others

Dont do it to others

If others action, harms

you

Dont do the action

to others

Golden Rule of Ethics


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Distinctive Characteristics of the Indian Ethos:

Brahman or the ultimate principle beyond which the mind cannot go. It is the

Creator, the preserver and the destroyer.

Atman, the pure spirit is the universal soul. The soul of man is a spark of it.

Concept of Self-realization:There is always a mental and moral ferment in us,

a tension between what we are and what we want to become.

Every human being is Devine and therefore worthy of respect. Therefore emphasis

on Cooperation rather than Competition.


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Basic unit of social life in India has been The Family. Social organizations

and Networks, cultural institutions and work places are extensions of this

family.

The workplace is characterized by strong, informal relationships rather

than a rigid hierarchical structure.

Work is Value, an offering to the Devine. The joy of work and the

opportunity to serve are stressed.

Distinctive Characteristics of the Indian Ethos

(Contd.):


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Distinctive Characteristics of the Indian Ethos (Contd.):

Indian thought constantly emphasizes on the Concept of Balance. A balanced mind isaware of the transitory nature of pleasures and pains.

In an effective metaphor:

The Self (Atman)=Master

The Body =Chariot

The Intel lect(Budhi)=Charioteer

The M ind(Manas)=Rein

The Senses=Horses

The Objects=Roads.


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NEED OF IEM:

To develop proper management system in the organisation.

Management systems based on principles as per ancient wisdom areof immense help for the smooth conduct of business.

Value oriented business can be established with the help of Indianethos.

To ensure all round growth ,development & prosperity i.e.,productivity, marketing & profitability


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Indian Ethos teaches us that if you work sincerely for the society, for the

organisation and for the Nature, you will really enjoy the life through

money,harmony, peace and bliss.

Indian wisdom indicates that productivity of human being is more

important than plant capacity

Helps in the establishment of basic guidelines & rules for deciding which

behaviour is Good and Bad.


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NO ETHICSNO GOAL

NO AIM

NO SUCCESS

ETHICS ORGANISE

GOALS &

ACTIONS

VALUES

SUCCESS

WHY ETHICS?


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ETHICS

DECISION

MADE

MINIMISE

ALTERNATIVES

INDIVIDUAL COURSE

OF ACTION

(CONFUSED)


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4 Main Standards - Code of Ethics

Competence - Every member must maintain a high level

of professionalism by continuing to develop their skills

& knowledge, be able to perform their duties by stillabiding by relevant laws & regulations - provide

(accurate & timely) supportive decisions & other

information and lastly to be able to recognize any

limitations or constraints that relate to the success of an

activity.


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Credibility - Each member being able to communicate

information objectively & make sure that they disclose

all relevant information and delays of deficiencies that

have an effect on the organization or its operations


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Confidentiality - Each member of the

organization keeping all personal information

discrete and secret unless it is necessary that the

information is disclosed. All parties involved mustbe aware & comply to the confidential policy. It is

also assumed that under this standard each

member will refrain from using information that is

considered confidential to have an illegaladvantage or promote unethical activities


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Integrity - Ability to adhere to moral & ethical principles

& have regular communication to avoid conflicts of

interest. Also acting with integrity includes refraining and

abstaining from engagement in any activity that will

discredit the company or be deemed as unethical.

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