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The difficulty of being good by gurcharan das

The difficulty of being good by gurcharan das

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The Difficulty of Being Good: On the Subtle Art of Dharma is a profound and philosophical exploration of morality through the lens of the Indian epic, the Mahabharata. In this book, Gurcharan Das examines the complex ethical dilemmas faced by its characters—such as Yudhishthira, Draupadi, and Karna—and relates them to modern questions of justice, duty, leadership, and integrity. Rather than offering simplistic moral lessons, Das shows how even the most virtuous characters struggle to define and live up to dharma (righteousness or moral order).

With clarity and insight, he blends literary analysis, personal reflection, and philosophical inquiry, drawing parallels between ancient wisdom and contemporary issues like corporate greed, political corruption, and personal responsibility. The book argues that being good is not easy—it is a continuous challenge filled with ambiguity, self-doubt, and compromise. Ultimately, Das presents dharma not as a fixed code, but as a process of self-awareness, moral reasoning, and striving toward the right course of action.

About the Author — 

Gurcharan Das is a renowned Indian author, public intellectual, and former corporate executive best known for his works on Indian philosophy, economics, and culture. Born in Lucknow in 1943, he was educated at Harvard University, where he studied philosophy and politics. He later had a distinguished career in the corporate world, serving as CEO of Procter & Gamble India, before taking early retirement to become a full-time writer.

Das is the author of the best-selling trilogy on life’s goals from the Indian perspective: India Unbound (material well-being/artha), The Difficulty of Being Good (moral well-being/dharma), and Kama: The Riddle of Desire (emotional well-being/kama). His writing is admired for its clarity, accessibility, and ability to link ancient Indian thought with modern life. Gurcharan Das has also written plays, essays, and columns, and is a frequent speaker on ethics, economics, and Indian society.

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