NOLEGEIN-Journal of Corporate & Business Laws

Fostering Ethical Leadership through the Practice of Yoga and Meditation: A Character-Building Perspective

Neelesh Kumar Maurya — 2025-09-22

Ethical leadership is a critical component for fostering trust, integrity, and positive impact within organizations. Its foundation lies not only in intellectual acumen but also in robust emotional and mental resilience. This abstract examines the integral role of physical and mental health practices, particularly yoga and meditation, in promoting the personal growth necessary for principled leadership. It posits that these disciplines enhance ethical decision-making, emotional regulation, and key leadership attributes such as compassion and mindfulness. Ancient mind-body practices like yoga and meditation offer significant advantages by cultivating mental clarity and emotional stability. Yoga's focus on breathwork and physical postures mitigates stress and promotes mental equilibrium. Concurrently, mindfulness meditation improves the self-awareness and emotional intelligence that are essential for leading with integrity. Engagement with these practices equips leaders to manage challenges effectively, maintain composure under pressure, and make consistently ethical choices. Furthermore, these practices catalyze personal growth by fostering deep self-reflection and a stronger connection to one's values. As leaders invest in their own well-being, they enhance their capacity to lead with empathy and fairness. In conclusion, integrating mind-body practices into leadership development programs is a powerful strategy for strengthening the ethical foundation of leaders, creating more compassionate, mindful, and effective leadership.

Evaluating CSR’s Contribution to Enhancing Customer Trust and Loyalty in Mumbai’s Private Banking Domain.

Virani Charmi — 2025-09-22

Corporate Social Responsibility emphasizesgiving back to the society. In a competitive banking market, CSR can be a key differentiator. This study explores the connection between Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives and the development of customer trust and loyalty within the private banking sector in Mumbai. How the CSR initiatives focus on the areas of environmental sustainability, community development, employee engagement, and transparency, and how all these affect customers' perceptions of trust and loyalty in four major banks: ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, and Axis Bank. Using data from 68 customers, tests were applied to do hypothesis testing, which showed the factors and their significance. The findings suggest a very strong positive relation between CSR activities and customer trust and loyalty, offering valuable insights for banking institutions looking to strengthen customer relationships. The findings demonstrate a strong and statistically significant positive correlation between effective CSR initiatives and increased levels of customer trust and loyalty. This highlights the critical role of socially responsible practices in nurturing long-lasting and meaningful customer relationships. The research offers valuable insights for private banks seeking to establish a socially responsible brand identity while also improving customer satisfaction and maintaining a competitive edge. In essence, CSR extends beyond ethical responsibility—it serves as a strategic asset capable of influencing customer loyalty in an increasingly conscious and evolving market landscape.

Impact of Whistleblowing and Ethical Governance in Indian Corporations: A case study on Vyapam Scam

Advitya Shrivastav — 2025-07-10

This study looks at how ethical governance in Indian firms can be promoted through whistleblowing. It investigates how well-suited business policies and current legislative frameworks like the Whistle Blowers Protection Act are to protecting them and promoting openness. The study illustrates the difficulties faced by Indian whistleblowers, such as fear of reprisals and societal perceptions of corporate wrongdoing, by examining important case studies. In order to maintain the integrity and long-term viability of Indian firms, the study highlights the necessity of stricter enforcement of whistleblower protections and a dedication to moral leadership. The paper examines how cultural norms, rigid corporate structures, and institutional resistance play a role in discouraging whistleblowers and pushing them to the margins. It highlights that although there are legal provisions in place, their execution is often inadequate and inconsistent. Therefore, the research emphasizes the pressing need for stronger enforcement strategies, widespread educational initiatives, and a deep-rooted commitment to ethical leadership across all tiers of corporate governance. Establishing a safe and encouraging atmosphere for whistleblowers is essential if Indian companies are to genuinely uphold principles of transparency, accountability, and long-term ethical growth. The study ultimately asserts that promoting ethical business practices requires not only amending existing policies but also instilling a shift in organizational culture and leadership philosophy.

Adapting to Consumer Trends in E-Commerce: A Case Study of the Amazon Shopping App

Kirti Ranjane — 2025-05-06

The purchasing and selling of goods and services through internet services is referred to as e-commerce, or electronic commerce. E-commerce helps consumers to exchange value online and make available the facilities at their desk. E-commerce is gaining importance throughout the globe. The development of e-commerce has helped get massive marketplaces to small, single-product shops to large businesses. This increase in e-commerce has also led to the significant shift in consumer behavior. This changing behaviour of the consumers has made businesses adapt and evolve with the new trends. This study is conducted to get the insight of how there is changing preferences of shopping of the consumers. This study probes to understand the behavioral shift of consumers that has driven growth of e-commerce. It also helps to get the insight of the demanding growth for seamless mobile shopping perception of personalized recommendations, and fast delivery services amongst the consumers. The study also attempts to understand the consumer expectations form the Amazon online shopping app and how Amazon is adapting and responding with the introduction of strategic innovations in its app interface. The case study throws light on how Amazon thrives in ae e-commerce market by aligning its strategies with consumer-driven trends.

Unravelling the Electoral Bonds Scheme: A Legal Journey towards Transparency

Manju — 2025-06-25

The Indian government launched the Electoral Bonds Scheme in 2018 with the goal of preserving donor anonymity while promoting openness in political financing. However, the scheme has sparked extensive debate over its effectiveness and potential for misuse. This paper traces the legal journey of the Electoral Bonds Scheme, analysing its implications on transparency, accountability, and democracy in India. Through a detailed examination of legislative provisions, judicial scrutiny, and public discourse, the paper explores whether the scheme has succeeded in its objectives or has inadvertently facilitated opacity in political financing. By unravelling the complexities of the Electoral Bonds Scheme, this study provides insights into the ongoing quest for transparency in India's electoral process. This paper offers a comprehensive analysis of the legal trajectory and constitutional aspects of the Electoral Bonds Scheme, mapping out significant legislative developments and the scrutiny it has undergone before the Supreme Court of India. It investigates how the scheme aligns with core democratic ideals such as transparency, accountability, and equitable electoral practices. By examining alterations made through the Finance Acts and amendments to key laws including the Representation of the People Act, the Companies Act, and the Income Tax Act, the study reveals how these changes have permitted unchecked corporate contributions while weakening existing regulatory checks. In addition, the paper delves into broader societal reactions, drawing from media exposés, civil society critiques, and reports by oversight institutions that highlight concerns over the scheme’s opacity. Particular emphasis is placed on the imbalance in fund allocation favouring the ruling party, the absence of donor disclosure, and the potential for misuse of government systems. The study questions whether the scheme has genuinely met its goals or instead fostered a hidden, less accountable model of political financing.