Dharma Advisory Councils: Role and Recruitment

This document proposes the conceptualization, justification, and operationalframework for the establishment of Dharma Advisory Councils within the Indiangovernance system. Drawing from historical models of precolonial governance, thephilosophy of dharma, and contemporary administrative structures, the paper outlinesa mechanism for integrating ethical-pluralist guidance into the Prime Minister’sOffice (PMO) and Cabinet policy-making processes. It details the need for suchcouncils, the sources of potential members, and methods for sustainable recruitmentand participation, while preserving the independence and spiritual orientation oftraditional institutions.