Author: Debarati Sinha
DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.70798/Bijmrd/02100021
Abstract: The Bhagavad Gītā, one of the most influential philosophical texts in the world, offers profound insights into human life, morality, and spirituality. Among its diverse teachings, Karma Yoga, the path of selfless action, occupies a central and enduring place. This philosophy emphasizes performing one’s prescribed duties (svadharma) diligently while renouncing attachment to the outcomes of action, thereby cultivating mental equanimity, ethical integrity, and inner peace. The present paper examines the philosophical underpinnings of Karma Yoga, focusing on its principles of selflessness, detachment, and devotion, and explores how these principles contribute to the holistic development of an individual. It also discusses the ethical significance of Karma Yoga, highlighting its role in fostering moral responsibility, social harmony, and collective welfare (lokasaṃgraha). Beyond its ethical dimensions, the study investigates the psychological relevance of Karma Yoga in contemporary life, illustrating how detachment from results, disciplined action, and focus on duty can enhance resilience, reduce stress, improve motivation, and promote emotional stability in personal and professional spheres. Furthermore, the paper examines the practical application of Karma Yoga in modern contexts such as leadership, education, corporate governance, and public service, demonstrating how its principles can guide responsible decision-making, altruistic behavior, and sustainable practices. By integrating philosophical analysis with ethical, psychological, and social perspectives, this study highlights the timeless relevance of Karma Yoga, showing that it offers a comprehensive framework for balancing action with reflection, personal growth with social responsibility, and spiritual aspiration with worldly engagement. The paper concludes that Karma Yoga, far from being merely a spiritual or religious concept, is a universal and practical philosophy that provides guidance for ethical living, mental well-being, and meaningful engagement with the challenges of modern life.
Keywords: Karma Yoga, Bhagavad Gītā, Selfless Action, Duty (Dharma), Niṣkāma Karma, Svadharma.
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