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  • Markets and Prices: Early Indian Perspectives
    2024/12/21

    In this episode of Economic Sutra: Timeless Insights from Ancient India, we delve into the fascinating dynamics of ancient Indian markets. Drawing from texts like the Arthashastra and the Jatakas, we uncover how these markets operated with principles of fairness, efficiency, and ethical trade practices.

    Discover how ancient Indian markets thrived by combining innovation with fairness—lessons that resonate with today’s globalized economy.

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    13 分
  • Kautilya’s Vision: Public Finance and Governance
    2024/12/14

    In this episode of Economic Sutra: Timeless Insights from Ancient India, we unravel the brilliance of Kautilya’s Arthashastra—a treatise that laid the foundation for public finance, taxation, and governance. Written in the 4th century BCE, the Arthashastra offers principles that resonate with contemporary debates on economic justice and sustainable development.

    Join us to discover how Kautilya’s vision remains a timeless guide for governance and economic planning in today’s world.

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    Kautilya Arthashastra, public finance, governance, ancient Indian economics, taxation principles, economic sutra podcast, welfare state, sustainability, ethical governance, Indian history, Chanakya, public goods, economic leadership, Audio Cast Lab India

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    11 分
  • Charity and Public Goods: A Historical Perspective
    2024/12/07

    In this episode of Economic Sutra: Timeless Insights from Ancient India, we explore the significance of charity (daan) and public goods in ancient Indian society. Drawing from the Dharmashastras, Rig Veda, Mahabharata, and Kautilya’s Arthashastra, we uncover timeless principles that emphasize shared prosperity and societal harmony.


    These principles resonate with modern challenges, such as corporate social responsibility and sustainable development, demonstrating that ancient wisdom can guide today’s welfare systems toward inclusive growth.

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    16 分
  • Economic Foundations: Desires, Wealth, and Balance
    2024/11/30

    In this episode of Economic Sutra: Timeless Insights from Ancient India, we delve into the nuanced perspectives of ancient Indian texts on desires, wealth, and their role in creating a balanced and fulfilling life. Drawing wisdom from the Rig Veda, Mahabharata, and Kautilya's Arthashastra.

    Discover how these timeless philosophies can address modern challenges like inequality, unsustainable consumption, and ethical dilemmas. By balancing material wealth with moral and spiritual aspirations, these ancient teachings offer a path toward sustainable and inclusive growth.

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    14 分
  • A Curtain Raiser: Ancient Indian Texts and Their Legacy
    2024/11/24

    Welcome to the inaugural episode of Economic Sutra: Timeless Insights from Ancient India! In this episode, we explore how ancient Indian texts like the Vedas, Dharmashastras, and Kautilya’s Arthashastra provide profound wisdom on economics, governance, and social welfare. These works go beyond spirituality, offering practical insights into trade, taxation, property rights, and ethical wealth creation.

    Discover how these ancient philosophies remain relevant in today’s world, addressing issues of sustainability, equity, and governance. We delve into the economic strategies of Kautilya, who envisioned public welfare, fair taxation, and balanced state control centuries before modern economists.

    Books mentioned in this episode:

    • The Arthashastra by Kautilya (Chanakya)
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    This episode sets the stage for a series that bridges the past and present, showing how the wisdom of ancient Indian thinkers continues to shape modern economic thought.

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    15 分
  • Introducing Economic Sutra: Timeless Insights from Ancient India
    2024/11/24

    What if ancient Indian texts held the solutions to today’s economic challenges? In this trailer episode, we unveil Economic Sutra: Timeless Insights from Ancient India, a podcast that explores the profound wisdom of texts like the Vedas, Dharmashastras, and Kautilya’s Arthashastra.

    This series brings to life ancient Indian economic philosophies—covering trade, governance, sustainability, and ethical wealth creation—revealing how these ideas continue to offer practical lessons for the modern world. Join us as we delve into topics like:

    • The role of governance in equitable wealth distribution.
    • Ancient trade systems that flourished without modern technology.
    • The balance of material wealth and spiritual goals in life.


    Stay tuned for episodes that explore timeless economic concepts and their relevance today. Whether you’re an economist, history enthusiast, or curious about ancient wisdom, this podcast offers something for everyone.

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    4 分