Navigating Moral Foundations Through the Lens of Srimad Bhagwad Gita

Abstract

According to the Hinduism, there are four end goals of the life i.e. Dharma, Artha, Kama,
and Moksha which are originated from Puruṣartha, a sanskrit word stating the ‘purpose
of the life’. The study focuses on Dharma and Morality, which are the fundamental and
guiding principles of human lives. It is believed that dharma is the cornerstone of all of
them. Dharma implies a set of basic principles that support civilisation of human beings,
and morality always outlines the rules dictating what is good and wrong in people's lives.
In the modern period morality should be considered as a balancing approach of personal
beliefs with social responsibilities. The main sources of the defining dharma are several
philosophical texts found in ancient Indian literature. One of the most well-known ancient
Indian texts is the “Bhagvad Gita”, in which dharma is discussed among other topics.
Therefore, this study aims to convey the main concept of dharma as it appears in the
Bhagavad Gita, mentioning its various dimensions because in the modern era, dharma and
morality are the most prominent than anything. So these pillars provide a framework for
navigating the ethical complexities by concerning universal principles, and personal
responsibility of an individual. The Bhagvad Gita's lessons are priceless for tackling
today's issues because they provide timeless insights about coordinating personal
behaviour with the highest good of an individual and society.