Arpit Jain
Vaddeswaram, Andhra Pradesh 522302, India
Abstract
This article explores how ancient Sanskrit texts have helped shape modern Indian political thought. By mapping the intellectual genealogy from ancient epics and treatises to modern political thought, the study illustrates the continuity of influence of ideas such as dharma (ethics/duty), governance, and statecraft. By employing a mixed-methods strategy of qualitative literature review and quantitative survey analysis, the study evaluates the transmission and adaptation of Sanskrit philosophical thought in India’s democracy. The findings show that ancient texts are not only cultural and historical markers but also working templates that shape ethical and ideological considerations in political leadership. The study adds to a wider understanding of the evolution of modern Indian political discourse and supports the argument that ancient wisdom continues to shape contemporary discourse on governance and public policy.
Keywords
Sanskrit texts, modern Indian political thought, dharma, statecraft, governance, cultural heritage
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