IMR – 7th INDAM CONFERENCE PAPER Lokasamgraha: An indigenous construct for social entrepreneurship

Abstract

ABSTRACT: This study aims to investigate the role of the indigenous construct lokasamgraha in the context of social entrepreneurship. We identified lokasamgraha through content analysis of the Bhagavad Gita, employing the methodological approaches proposed by Bhawuk (2010). Using the lens of paradox theory, we investigated commonly accepted tensions in social enterprises. We developed a framework to explain how lokasamgraha can assist social enterprises in managing tensions and achieving the triple bottom-line. Furthermore, we validated this framework by citing a lokasamgraha-based social enterprise in India. Finally, before concluding, we discussed the implications and future research directions.

Keywords

• Social Entrepreneurship
• Indigenous Research
• Lokasamgraha
• Paradox Theory
• Indian Ethos
• Triple Bottom-Line