Chanakya Governance Index: Redefining India’s Governance Intelligence
Chanakya Governance Index: Redefining Bharat’s Governance Intelligence Note: This is just a personal thought process initiated to help and contribute for better governance system. Interested may comment and add further. In an age of rapid digital transformation, governance is no longer defined by administrative reach alone — it’s measured by fiscal prudence, technological readiness, and ethical intent . Drawing from the timeless wisdom of Kautilya’s Arthashastra , the Chanakya Governance Index (CGI) proposes a new, indigenous way to assess how effectively governments govern — not just how efficiently they function. The Chanakya Framework The CGI is built on four classical pillars, reinterpreted for modern governance: Arthashastra (Finance): Fiscal discipline, fund utilization, and economic sustainability. Anvikshiki (Wisdom): Innovation, data-driven insights, and ethical foresight. Dandaniti (Technology): Cybersecurity, system integration, and digital ...