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Tao-Te-Ching is one of the classics of spiritual literature, written more than two thousand years ago. The Tao Te Ching describes the Tao (compared to Brahman) as the source and ideal of all existence: it is unseen, but not transcendent, immensely powerful yet supremely humble. Many people act unnaturally, upsetting the natural balance of the Tao. The Tao Te Ching intends to lead people to return to their natural state, in harmony with Tao. Wu Wei literally "non-action" or "not acting", is a central concept of the Tao Te Ching. The concept of wu wei is multifaceted, and reflected in the words' multiple meanings, even in English translation; it can mean "not doing anything", "not forcing", "not acting" in the theatrical sense, "creating nothingness", "acting spontaneously", and "flowing with the moment"According to Chinese tradition, Laozi (Lao Tzu) lived in the 6th century BCE. Historians variously contend that Laozi is a synthesis of multiple historical figures, that he is a mythical figure, or that he actually lived in the 5th-4th century BCE, concurrent with the Hundred Schools of Thought and Warring States Period. As a result of being a aentral figure in Chinese culture, both nobility and common people claim Lao Tzu in their lineage.

Niccolo Machiavelli (3 May 1469 - 21 June 1527) was a Renaissance Italian Ambassador, Writer, Philosopher, Historian, and Political Activist. His collection of political essays, written in 1513, is very popular but was not published until 1532. He has been called the father of 'Modern Political Philosophy and Political Science'.The book 'The Prince' contains many ideas related to politics and governance. It focuses on creating a new kingdom (in contemporary context Startups/new Companies). In order to retain power, the interests of the various institutions must be carefully balanced. On the contrary, a new king has a very difficult task of ruling. He must first secure his new power in order to build a lasting political framework. Machiavelli has realized that in the face of moral corruption one can achieve social good and security. Machiavelli made it clear that public social morality and individual morality should be understood differently. As a result, a ruler must realize that he has to work hard to maintain a good reputation but is also prepared to act tactfully at the right time. Principles from 'The Prince' by Machiavelli are applicable even today and address critical strategy and management topics on governance.- Stability in Governance- Merge & Acquisition - Partnership & Ecosystem Benefits- Tradition based governance- Capability based governance- Contract Governance- Sustainability- Capability Management- Competition Management- Advises & Councils

Porkkalai is translation of "The Art of War" by Sun Tzu in Tamil language; it is one of the oldest classics from Chinese Literature used even today in field of military, business strategy and many more. Sun Tzu's thought-provoking ideas can be very well applied to Management of people and to win in competitive environments. Various countries have adopted & researched to apply Sun Tzu's Principles in defining Strategies and Management. Sun Tzu's Principle from Author's perspective below. 1.Only after winning by strategy and planning, you can win in the field 2.Objective of war is to win, not to show the competency of warriors; endless war has no meaning 3.Winning without war is ultimate strategy 4.All Tactical strategies are designed for defence 5.Strength of a strategy is proven when applied by right mind at right time 6.Sharp mind shapes the strategy that will enable to determine what the opponent should be doing in response 7.Right Competency and strategy assure victory 8.Strategy should be designed and used with high care as it results in defeat; if situations are slightly modified 9.Strategy differs, and it is shaped by circumstances 10.Behaviour of the leader determines the competency shown by the team in the field 11.Fear defeats all strategies 12.Information and Intelligence provided by spy are facts that cannot be compensated to create strategies.