Leadership Indian Style: A Comparison of Kautilya's Advice with Akbar's Experience. Draft Copy.

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  • Author(s): Roupp, Heidi
  • Language:
    English
  • Publication Date:
    1987
  • Document Type:
    Historical Materials
    Guides - Classroom - Learner
  • Additional Information
    • Peer Reviewed:
      N
    • Source:
      37
    • Sponsoring Agency:
      Center for International Education (ED), Washington, DC.
    • Subject Terms:
      Area Studies; Biographies; Cultural Background; Foreign Countries; History; Leadership Qualities; Leadership Training; Secondary Education; Social History; Social Influences; Teacher Developed Materials
    • Subject Terms:
      India
    • Subject Terms:
      Sixteenth Century
    • Abstract:
      To provide a learning unit on leadership, religious tolerance, and social customs, this paper used a 16th century Mogul Indian prince's life to promote discussion on these topics. The story of Akbar's life included his early years, education, and leadership ability, and advice from Kautilya, a fourth century Indian statesman, was interspersed within the narrative. Fascinated by religions and known for his religious tolerance, Akbar encouraged religious debates at his court and settled a war by marrying a Hindu princess. Other included aspects of 16th century Indian history and customs are these topics: the battle at Chitor, harems, Indian time-keeping devices, and hunting. The topics that are discussed throughout the narrative are: (1) leadership abilities; (2) leadership education; (3) moral values; (4) leadership advice; (5) social customs and practices; and (6) religious influences on politics. A 20-item bibliography and three woodcut prints are included. (DJC)
    • Publication Date:
      1989
    • Accession Number:
      ED303403
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