अर्थशास्त्रम् – समग्रावलोकनम् आधुनिकप्रासङ्गिकता च
Arthashastra: A Comprehensive Overview & Modern Relevance
Kautilya’s Arthashastra is a magnum opus in public administration and management. It is a foundational text of Indian Knowledge Systems that integrates political science, economics, law, military strategy, and statecraft, offering a systematic framework for governance. In this course, Prof. B. Mahadevan provides a thorough analysis of the key elements of the Arthashastra, emphasizing its relevance to corporate entities and society at large. Through this, learners will gain valuable insights into timeless principles of leadership, strategy, and governance, equipping them to apply these concepts effectively in contemporary organizational and societal contexts.
About the Course
What will you gain from this course? (Key Benefits / Learning Outcomes)
This course has been designed to to bring key scriptures, concepts, and insights from the Indian Knowledge System (IKS) to the public, professionals, teachers, and researchers.
- Develop a good appreciation of the text Arthashastra in terms of its key contents
- Understand the elements of the Kautilyan State
- Get to know the administrative set-up envisaged in Arthashastra
- Understand the contemporary relevance of Arthashastra in Public Administration & Business
- Get a glimpse of public administration ideas presented in Sanskrit literature.
What are the materials/support you get?
- Expert-Curated Content - Comprehensive and well-structured course content, carefully reviewed by scholars and subject experts to ensure authentic learning.
- Unlimited Access to Recordings - Missed a class or want to revise? Access all session recordings and course content anytime, at your own pace.
- Live, Interactive Sessions – High-quality learning through live online classes that encourage questions, discussions, and curiosity.
What is the effort required to complete this course?
• This is a 2-Credit Course, with a total expected student effort of 58 hours.
• This includes the time for attending the live sessions, listening to the recorded class material, and completing the assessments prescribed for the course.
Effort Breakup -
• Live Lectures with Q&A - 18 hours
• Additional Reading - 14 hours
• Self Study - 14 hours
• Assignments and Assessments - 12 hours
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- Module 1: Arthashastra – An Introduction
Session 1: Arthashastra : An Introduction and a Bird’s Eye View
Session 2: The Seven Components of a Kautilyan State - Module 2: Elements of a Kautilyan State
Session 3: Swami – The King
Session 4: Amatya – The Cabinet & Advisors
Session 5: Janapada – The Territorial Dimension
Session 6: Durga – Securing the State
Session 7: Kosha – Elements of Kautilyan Financial System
Session 8: Danda – Foundational Premises of Law and Justice
Session 9: Mitra – Network, Collaboration and Competition - Module 3: Contemporary Relevance of Arthashastra
Session 10: The Administrative Machinery
Session 11: Kautilyan Insights for Modern Business
Session 12: IKS – Arthashastra & Beyond, Conclusions
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