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Concept of Social Harmony in Bhagavad Gita and Its Sociological Relevance

Author(s) Dr. Ashu Ram
Country India
Abstract The Bhagavad Gita is a key text of Indian philosophical and spiritual thinking, which offers a very detailed picture of human life and social order. Although the text is well known in its discussion of duty (Dharma), action (Karma) and devotion (Bhakti), it also offers an insight into the concept of social harmony which is deep. The Gita does not just see social harmony as the absence of conflict but as the coordination of responsibilities of individuals, moral behavior and communal good. Part of this paper discusses the principles of social harmony, as described in the Bhagavad Gita, specifically, the concept of Dharma, Swadharma, and the four-fold division of society (Varna) and their applicability in the modern sociological discussion. Relying on the textual analysis and sociological theory, the research paper implies three levels of social harmony, which include ethical individual behavior, interdependence of social roles, and incorporation of personal, social, and spiritual commitment. By putting the philosophical ideas of Gita in the perspective of the contemporary sociological theories, the paper shows that the text preaches moderation between individualism and social obligations and stresses on moral action as the cornerstone of societal stability. Moreover, the priority of the Gita on not being attached to the results (Nishkama Karma) promotes ethical decision-making that minimizes social tensions based on self-interest and rivalry. This work holds the position that the Bhagavad Gita can guide modern attempts to solve the issue of social inequality, create communal cooperation and value-based leadership due to the principles of social harmony that are presented in this ancient book, which highlights the lasting sociological role of this classic.
Keywords Social harmony, Bhagavad Gita, Dharma and Swadharma, Sociological Theory.
Published In Volume 17, Issue 3, Array 2026
Published On 2026-03-16
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