Leadership Style of Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar and Its Relevance to Contemporary Women Leaders

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author Kothari, Pritam
Kshirsagar, Rajni
Saddalgi, Anita
author_facet Kothari, Pritam
Kshirsagar, Rajni
Saddalgi, Anita
contents <h3><strong>        Leadership Style of Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar and Its Relevance to Contemporary                                                                                        Women Leaders</strong></h3> <h3><strong>                                                                   Dr. Pritam P. Kothari</strong></h3> <p>        Associate Professor & HoD of Management Studies, Hirachand Nemchand College of Commerce (Autonomous College),                                                                                                 Solapur</p> <h3><strong>                                                                 Dr. Rajni Y. Kshirsagar</strong></h3> <p>  Assistant Professor, Dept. of Management Studies, Hirachand Nemchand College of Commerce (Autonomous College), Solapur</p> <h3><strong>                                                                Prof. Anita M. Saddalgi</strong></h3> <p>  Assistant Professor<sup>, </sup>Dept. of Management Studies, Hirachand Nemchand College of Commerce (Autonomous College), Solapur</p> <h3><strong>Abstract</strong></h3> <p class="Abstract">Recent leadership research increasingly emphasizes ethics, diversity, sustainability, and emotional intelligence, particularly in the context of women’s leadership. Indian history offers exemplary models, notably Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar (1725–1795), the ruler of the Malwa kingdom, whose governance reflected transparency, social justice, economic prudence, and people-centric administration. This study examines her leadership style and evaluates its relevance for contemporary women leaders in education, management, entrepreneurship, and governance. Using a descriptive-analytical approach based on secondary data, the research interprets her leadership through ethical, transformational, servant, and participatory leadership frameworks. It further analyses the challenges faced by modern women leaders and draws parallels between historical practices and current leadership demands. The findings suggest that Ahilyadevi Holkar’s leadership philosophy offers enduring insights into ethical governance, inclusive development, and sustainable leadership, providing a valuable framework for nurturing effective and responsible women leadership in contemporary society.</p> <div> <p class="MsoBodyText"><strong><em>Keywords:</em></strong><em> Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar, women leadership, ethical leadership, transformational leadership, inclusive governance</em></p> </div>
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spellingShingle Leadership Style of Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar and Its Relevance to Contemporary Women Leaders
Kothari, Pritam
Kshirsagar, Rajni
Saddalgi, Anita
Leadership
Women
Women/education
History
<h3><strong>        Leadership Style of Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar and Its Relevance to Contemporary                                                                                        Women Leaders</strong></h3> <h3><strong>                                                                   Dr. Pritam P. Kothari</strong></h3> <p>        Associate Professor & HoD of Management Studies, Hirachand Nemchand College of Commerce (Autonomous College),                                                                                                 Solapur</p> <h3><strong>                                                                 Dr. Rajni Y. Kshirsagar</strong></h3> <p>  Assistant Professor, Dept. of Management Studies, Hirachand Nemchand College of Commerce (Autonomous College), Solapur</p> <h3><strong>                                                                Prof. Anita M. Saddalgi</strong></h3> <p>  Assistant Professor<sup>, </sup>Dept. of Management Studies, Hirachand Nemchand College of Commerce (Autonomous College), Solapur</p> <h3><strong>Abstract</strong></h3> <p class="Abstract">Recent leadership research increasingly emphasizes ethics, diversity, sustainability, and emotional intelligence, particularly in the context of women’s leadership. Indian history offers exemplary models, notably Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar (1725–1795), the ruler of the Malwa kingdom, whose governance reflected transparency, social justice, economic prudence, and people-centric administration. This study examines her leadership style and evaluates its relevance for contemporary women leaders in education, management, entrepreneurship, and governance. Using a descriptive-analytical approach based on secondary data, the research interprets her leadership through ethical, transformational, servant, and participatory leadership frameworks. It further analyses the challenges faced by modern women leaders and draws parallels between historical practices and current leadership demands. The findings suggest that Ahilyadevi Holkar’s leadership philosophy offers enduring insights into ethical governance, inclusive development, and sustainable leadership, providing a valuable framework for nurturing effective and responsible women leadership in contemporary society.</p> <div> <p class="MsoBodyText"><strong><em>Keywords:</em></strong><em> Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar, women leadership, ethical leadership, transformational leadership, inclusive governance</em></p> </div>
title Leadership Style of Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar and Its Relevance to Contemporary Women Leaders
topic Leadership
Women
Women/education
History
url https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19556463