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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.