A Hindu perspective to organizational learning. Issue 6 (11th September 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Shama Rao, Ashok; Kamath Burde, Jyothsna
• Is Part Of: Learning organization. Volume 24:Issue 6(2017)
• Page Start: 386
• Page End: 391
• Publication Date: 2017-09-11
• Subjects: Culture -- Values -- Organizational learning -- Hindu; Organizational learning -- Periodicals; Organizational effectiveness -- Periodicals; 658.005
• DOI: 10.1108/TLO-05-2017-0042
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0969-6474

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose: This paper aims to provide an overview of the relevance and applicability of the Hindu tradition to organizational learning. Design/methodology/approach: Attempting to separate the spiritual from the religious aspects, a primarily theoretical approach is used to delineate the basic concepts in Hinduism and their applicability to various aspects of employee and organizational functioning. Findings: Concepts such as Yoga, Dharma, Karma, Yajna and Lokasamgraha are discussed. Originality/value: This paper stems from the recognition of cultural differences and the need to explore alternative paradigms to understand and enhance organizational functioning.