Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यदा राजा समर्थॊ ऽपि कॊशार्थी सयान महामते

Shloka (श्लोक)

यदा राजा समर्थॊ ऽपि कॊशार्थी सयान महामते
कथं परवर्तेत तदा तन मे बरूहि पिता मह

⚡ Quick Meaning

When a king is capable yet deficient in resources, how should he act?

Translations

English Translation

O my great father, when a ruler with abilities is lacking in resources, how should he proceed? This question seeks wisdom in leadership amid scarcity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

हे मेरे महान पिता! एक सक्षम राजा जब संसाधनों की कमी से ग्रस्त हो, तो उसे किस तरह कार्य करना चाहिए? यह प्रश्न सामर्थ्य और संसाधनों के बीच के संतुलन पर ज्ञान की खोज करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka raises an essential query regarding leadership strategies in times of resource shortages, focusing on governance ethics.

Meaning

The essence lies in exploring how wise leadership operates effectively despite facing a lack of resources.

Application

This is applicable today in contexts like resource management and strategic decision-making amid challenges.