Praathamik – Principles of Leadership
- Purpose of Chiranjeev Gurukul Leadership Course (CGLC):
Foundation module paves a perfect path for the deep immersion in Arthashaastra and Yog, to be followed…
Every Saturday/Sunday – 10:00 AM to 12 PM
13 Weekends | Live Online on Zoom
INR 37,760/- (Inclusive of Taxes)
Next batch Starts in: August 2026
The Vision of Chiranjeev Gurukul Leadership Course
The purpose of the Chiranjeev Gurukul Leadership Course (CGLC) is to nurture leaders who can create meaningful transformation in themselves, their organizations, and society through the timeless wisdom of Bhaarat.
At its core, the program brings together two of the most profound sciences known to humankind:
Yog – the science of inner mastery, clarity, discipline, and resilience.
Arthashaastra – the science of strategy, governance, decision-making, and sustainable prosperity.
Together, these two frameworks help leaders cultivate both inner excellence and external effectiveness.
What is the Praathamik Module?
The Praathamik Leadership Module is a 13-week immersive leadership journey designed to introduce participants to the rich knowledge traditions of India and their practical application in modern leadership.
Whether you lead a team, an organization, a business, or aspire to lead yourself more effectively, this program provides a structured foundation for conscious and purpose-driven leadership.
Participants are introduced to leadership principles drawn from Indian Knowledge Systems while learning practical frameworks that can be applied immediately in professional and personal life.
What will you learn?
Gain insights into:
1] Leadership thought processes that emerged from one of the world’s oldest civilizations
2] Purpose-driven leadership and its role in creating sustainable impact
3] Different schools of Indian philosophy
4] Major scriptures and their unique perspectives on life and leadership
5] Timeless lessons from Ramayan, Mahabharat, Vedas, Bhagavad Geeta, and other wisdom traditions
6] The relationship between individual purpose and the larger ecosystem
Foundations of Yog and Arthashaastra
Understand how Yog and Arthashaastra complement one another to create holistic leaders capable of balancing inner growth with external achievement.
Practical Leadership Frameworks
Learn actionable tools including:
1] Dincharya – Time and energy management
2] Aanvikshiki – Structured decision-making
3]Saptaang – Operations and team management
4] Swami Sampat – Excellence and qualities of effective leaders
5] Pragyagunah – Meta-learning and continuous growth
6] Panchaang – Project planning and execution
Program Outcomes
Rooted in Yog and Arthashaastra, the Praathamik Leadership Module helps participants develop
1] Clarity of purpose and direction
2] Enhanced self-awareness
3] Core leadership competencies for today’s world
4]Stronger decision-making capabilities
5] Effective team management skills
6] Time and energy management practices
7] Project planning and execution frameworks
8] Learning and retention techniques for continuous growth
9] Greater discipline and consistency in action
10] A deeper understanding of leadership through Indian Wisdom
| Sub Module 1 – Overview of Indian Wisdom (Session 1-5) | Explore the foundations of Indian thought, philosophies, scriptures, and leadership traditions. |
| Sub Module 2 – Introduction to Yog (Session 6) | Understand Yog as a framework for inner mastery and personal transformation. |
| Samakrida – Fun Quiz Session | An interactive quiz and reflection session to reinforce learning. |
| Sub Module 3 – Kautilya Arthashaastra (Session 7-12) | Discover practical frameworks from Arthashaastra for leadership, management, governance, planning, and decision-making. |
| Final Presentations and Further learning journey towards Maadhyamik. | Participants integrate and present their learning while preparing for their continued leadership journey. |
Core Facilitators
Rajesh Kamath
Principal Facilitator
Chittrarth Verma
Co-Facilitator
Monalisa Kar
Co-Facilitator
Tejal Sharma
Yog Facilitator
Who Should Attend?
This program is ideal for:
Senior Executives and Managers
1] HR Leaders
2] Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
3] Public Sector Leaders
4] Coaches and Trainers
5] Professionals aspiring to lead larger teams and responsibilities
6] Knowledge seekers interested in Indian Wisdom
7] Individuals seeking purpose-driven leadership development
Your Journey Beyond Praathamik
The Praathamik Leadership Module is complete in itself and provides immediate value to participants.
For those who wish to deepen their understanding of Yog and Kautilya Arthashaastra, it also serves as the foundation for the Maadhyamik Leadership Module, enabling a more immersive exploration of India’s timeless leadership traditions.
https://www.chiranjeevgurukul.com/courses/advanced-leadership-principles/
Module Number
Time Allocation
Content
CGLC-M01
120 Mins
(2 Hours)
Launch and Welcome Address
Modern Life Management v/s Eternal Wisdom – Core principles of both – similarities and differences
Introduction of ‘Dharm’
CGLC-M02
120 Mins
(2 Hours)
Satsang: Case Discussions on Bollant Industries
What is Dharm? – Multiple perspectives from our scriptures; Our scope of Dharm
An Overview of Indian Wisdom – Catogarisation Chart
CGLC-M03
120 Mins
(2 Hours)
Satsang: Discussions on Arvind Eye Care (Dharm Lens)
An Overview of Indian Wisdom – Brief on Shruti (Ved, Brahmana, Aranyaka, Upanishad) and Smriti (Dharmasutra, Manusmriti) – Rules of Four (Varn, Aashram, Purushartha)
An Overview of Indian Wisdom – Introduction to Neeti
CGLC-M04
120 Mins
(2 Hours)
An Overview of Indian Wisdom: Neeti (Puran, Ramayan, Mahabharat, Bhagavad Geeta)
An Overview of Indian Wisdom: Introduction to Darshan Shaastra
Introduction to Varn vyavastha and Aashram – Chaturvarna, Aashram, Purusharth, Triguna
CGLC-M05
120 Mins
(2 Hours)
Satsang – Jaipur Rugs Case Discussions
Transformational Leadership: Key Leadership Ideas: from Rig Ved (1 Shlokas), Upnishad (1 Shloka), Vedant (1 shloka), Bhagvad Geeta (1 Shlok)
CGLC-M06
120 Mins
(2 Hours)
What is Yog? What is being “yogic” ? In thought, action & life style
Body mind connect, World Inside & outside, Connecting with Triguna, Behavior
Samakrida (Activity) – Gibrish Activity (Mindfulness Series: Mindfu Breath & Meditation focussing on Breath)
CGLC-M07
120 Mins
(2 Hours)
Introduction to Arthashaastra: History of Arthashastra (Dandneeti, Neetishaastra, Arthashaastra); Significance of
Chanakya and Akhand Bhaarat; Overview of Kautilya Arthashaastra [PuLSE]
Quiz – CG
Community
Members
Samakrida (Quiz)
CGLC-M08
120 Mins
(2 Hours)
The connection between Yog & Arthashaastra: Introduction of Swami; Raja v/s Swami differences, The Arishadvarg, Indriyajay
Introduction to Saptaang – Chatushtayam, Saptaang
Samakrida (Activity) – Mindfulness Series: Mindful Seating
CGLC-M09
120 Mins
(2 Hours)
Concept of Vrutti: 5 types of Thought Fluctuations;
Concept of Abhaays and Vairagya
Samakrida (Activity) – Mindfulness Series: Mindful Standing & Stretching
CGLC-M010
120 Mins
(2 Hours)
The Practice of Swami through Rules and Tools: Vinay (Vruddhopseva, PragyaGunah, Dincharya)
Samakrida (Activity) – Mindfulness Series: Mindful Seated Stretches – Chair Yoga
CGLC-M011
120 Mins
(2 Hours)
Introduction to Aanvikshiki (Holistic thinking)
CGLC-M012
120 Mins
(2 Hours)
Introduction to Swami Sampat – 10 Competencies
Introduction to Amaatya; Panchaang
Presentations
90 Mins
Journey ahead Followed by Presentations & Certification
| Model Number | CGLC-M01 |
| Time Allocation | 120 Mins (2 Hours) |
| Content | Launch and Welcome Address Modern Life Management v/s Eternal Wisdom – Core principles of both – similarities and differences Introduction of ‘Dharm’ |
| Model Number | CGLC-M02 |
| Time Allocation | 120 Mins (2 Hours) |
| Content | Satsang: Case Discussions on Bollant Industries What is Dharm? – Multiple perspectives from our scriptures; Our scope of Dharm An Overview of Indian Wisdom – Catogarisation Chart |
| Model Number | CGLC-M03 |
| Time Allocation | 120 Mins (2 Hours) |
| Content | Satsang: Discussions on Arvind Eye Care (Dharm Lens) An Overview of Indian Wisdom – Brief on Shruti (Ved, Brahmana, Aranyaka, Upanishad) and Smriti (Dharmasutra, Manusmriti) – Rules of Four (Varn, Aashram, Purushartha) An Overview of Indian Wisdom – Introduction to Neeti |
| Model Number | CGLC-M04 |
| Time Allocation | 120 Mins (2 Hours) |
| Content | An Overview of Indian Wisdom: Neeti (Puran, Ramayan, Mahabharat, Bhagavad Geeta) An Overview of Indian Wisdom: Introduction to Darshan Shaastra Introduction to Varn vyavastha and Aashram – Chaturvarna, Aashram, Purusharth, Triguna |
| Model Number | CGLC-M05 |
| Time Allocation | 120 Mins (2 Hours) |
| Content | Satsang – Jaipur Rugs Case Discussions Transformational Leadership: Key Leadership Ideas: from Rig Ved (1 Shlokas), Upnishad (1 Shloka), Vedant (1 shloka), Bhagvad Geeta (1 Shlok) |
| Model Number | CGLC-M06 |
| Time Allocation | 120 Mins (2 Hours) |
| Content | What is Yog? What is being “yogic” ? In thought, action & life style Body mind connect, World Inside & outside, Connecting with Triguna, Behavior Samakrida (Activity) – Gibrish Activity (Mindfulness Series: Mindfu Breath & Meditation focussing on Breath) |
| Model Number | CGLC-M07 |
| Time Allocation | 120 Mins (2 Hours) |
| Content | Introduction to Arthashaastra: History of Arthashastra (Dandneeti, Neetishaastra, Arthashaastra); Significance of Chanakya and Akhand Bhaarat; Overview of Kautilya Arthashaastra [PuLSE] |
| Model Number | Quiz – CG Community Members |
| Time Allocation | |
| Content | Samakrida (Quiz) |
| Model Number | CGLC-M08 |
| Time Allocation | 120 Mins (2 Hours) |
| Content | The connection between Yog & Arthashaastra: Introduction of Swami; Raja v/s Swami differences, The Arishadvarg, Indriyajay Introduction to Saptaang – Chatushtayam, Saptaang Samakrida (Activity) – Mindfulness Series: Mindful Seating |
| Model Number | CGLC-M09 |
| Time Allocation | 120 Mins (2 Hours) |
| Content | Concept of Vrutti: 5 types of Thought Fluctuations; Concept of Abhaays and Vairagya Samakrida (Activity) – Mindfulness Series: Mindful Standing & Stretching |
| Model Number | CGLC-M010 |
| Time Allocation | 120 Mins (2 Hours) |
| Content | The Practice of Swami through Rules and Tools: Vinay (Vruddhopseva, PragyaGunah, Dincharya) Samakrida (Activity) – Mindfulness Series: Mindful Seated Stretches – Chair Yoga |
| Model Number | CGLC-M011 |
| Time Allocation | 120 Mins (2 Hours) |
| Content | Introduction to Aanvikshiki (Holistic thinking) |
| Model Number | CGLC-M012 |
| Time Allocation | 120 Mins (2 Hours) |
| Content | Introduction to Swami Sampat – 10 Competencies Introduction to Amaatya; Panchaang |
| Model Number | Presentations |
| Time Allocation | 90 Mins |
| Content | Launch and Welcome Address Journey ahead Followed by Presentations & Certification |
- Modern Life Management v/s Eternal Wisdom
- What is Dharm? Multiple perspectives from our scriptures
- An Overview of Indian Wisdom - Part I
- An Overview of Indian Wisdom - Part 2
- Introduction to Varn vyavastha and Aashram (1 session) - Chaturvarna, Aashram
- Transformational Leadership: Key Leadership Ideas
- Introduction to Patanjali Yog Sutra (2 sessions)
- Introduction to Arthashaastra (2 sessions)
- The connection between Yog and Arthashaastra (1 session)
- The Journey to realizing Swamihood (1 session)
