“Gita And Kant: An Ethical Study” by Dr. Samir Kumar Mishra is a comparative analysis that explores the ethical philosophies of the Bhagavad Gita and Immanuel Kant. The book delves into how these two significant texts—one from ancient Indian philosophy and the other from Western enlightenment thought—address fundamental ethical questions and moral dilemmas.
Key Themes:
Ethical Foundations: The book examines the foundational principles of ethics as presented in the Bhagavad Gita, which emphasizes duty (dharma), righteousness, and the path of selfless action (karma yoga), and contrasts these with Kant’s deontological ethics, which focus on duty and the categorical imperative.
Moral Duties: Mishra explores how the Bhagavad Gita and Kantian ethics perceive moral duties and the nature of moral actions. While the Gita advocates for acting according to one’s dharma and the concept of detached action, Kantian ethics emphasizes adherence to universal moral laws and the intrinsic worth of individuals.
