18 Questions
Why is innovation in a society considered 'path dependent'?
Because the road traveled so far determines the future path of new ideas.
How does a lack of continuity of thoughts impact societal progress?
It makes further progress in terms of new ideas very difficult.
What is the biggest challenge in organisations according to the text?
Mindset inertia
What role does ancient knowledge play according to the text?
It provides a head start to society for innovation and new knowledge creation.
How does the text emphasize the need for discarding old ideas and mindset?
By using a metaphor related to birth and death
Why does the text mention that reinventing the wheel makes innovation inefficient?
Because it wastes time and resources by redoing what has already been done.
Which aspect makes IKS unique according to the text?
Use of specific structural aspects for conciseness
What does the emerging world order emphasize according to the text?
'Knowledge society' over 'military power'.
What makes the process of creation in organisations challenging?
Lack of innovative ideas and mindset change
How does the text suggest ancient knowledge contributes to economic value?
By providing a valuable foundation for innovation and new knowledge creation.
How does the verse in Chapter 3 of Gītā (3.27) connect to issues related to cybernetics and control theory?
By highlighting connections between ancient wisdom and modern concepts
What is a notable feature of the structural aspects used in IKS?
Conformance to a metrical structure requiring minimum words and syllables
What is one of the challenges in defining Indian knowledge system (IKS)?
The vast cultural and historical artifacts available in all Indian languages and regions.
Why did the scientist at Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) feel the need to gather strong evidences from traditional texts?
To challenge foreign patents on medicinal properties like Neem and turmeric.
What aspect of knowledge is continuously synthesized by any society according to the text?
Social and community practices
In the context of the text, what does 'chain of birth and death events' imply?
Cultural beliefs about reincarnation.
How does the text suggest organizations can benefit from Indian knowledge system (IKS)?
By synthesizing diverse knowledge assets available in India.
What is the primary reason for the need to gather strong evidences from traditional texts according to the text?
To challenge patents claimed by foreign entities.
Test your knowledge on the challenges related to mindset inertia in organisations and the connections between ancient verses like Gītā Chapter 3 (3.27) with modern concepts like cybernetics and control theory. Explore the significance of discarding old ideas and mindset for creating better organisations over time.
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