Warriors and Kings: Ancient Lessons in Leadership

Are you a leader? If not, then do not worry. There are expert professionals who can help you become one. But even after receiving theoretical training on leadership principles, do you actually practice those principles?

If we observe politicians around us making decisions on war, the economy, public policy, or any matter related to national interest, we hardly see them as leaders. Why? Because they do not practice what they preach, they do not follow what they expect others to follow, they do not embody their own ideas.

If you delve into the Vedic history of Bharat and other glorious cultures, you will realize that almost all kings used to lead from the front. The great Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the Pandavas (against the Kauravas in the Mahabharat War), Lord Ram against the evil Ravana—these great warriors actually participated in the war and led their armies. They did not remain in their comfortable palaces. Instead, they stepped out of their comfort zones and demonstrated to people how an ideal leader should behave. In contrast, do you see any politician directing a war actually fighting on the battlefield? The modern political system is not at all conducive for the general public to follow.

If you truly want to be a leader, always be the first in tough times and the last in taking credit. In the same context, corporate leaders must be exemplary. We often see so-called professionals in corporations blaming their own team members when something goes wrong (even openly, in front of everyone) and taking credit for team achievements without acknowledging their team members' contributions.

If you read Chanakya Niti, you will be amazed to learn the concept of sacrifice, which states that to save the family, you can sacrifice a person. To save the village, you can sacrifice your family. To save the country, you can sacrifice the village and to save the whole world you can sacrifice yourself. This principle indeed teaches us how an individual can become a leader in their own profession and personal life.

Let's endeavor to read and practice the fundamental principles of leadership. Explore the rich Vedic scriptures originating from Bharat, and you will gain amazing insights.

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