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Shaping Behaviour and Engagement: The Role of Ethical Leadership in India’s SME Ecosystem.

Author(s) Prof. Santosh D Rukumpur, Prasanna Kallimat, Prof. Dr. Suvarna Nimbagal
Country India
Abstract Ethical leadership has emerged as a pivotal driver of sustainable performance, stakeholder trust, and responsible business conduct among Indian Small and Medium Enterprises (SME). Drawing insights from recent empirical and qualitative studies across diverse sectors, this paper examines how ethical leadership shapes organizational behavior, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) effectiveness, and employee engagement within India’s SME ecosystem. Findings indicate that leaders who demonstrate integrity, fairness, and transparency not only enhance CSR credibility but also foster ethical organizational cultures that reduce employee turnover and work-related stress. Moreover, ethical leadership acts as a bridge between strategic CSR initiatives and tangible social and environmental outcomes, promoting accountability and long-term sustainability. However, many Indian SMEs continue to exhibit fragmented and reactive ethical practices due to limited structural frameworks and awareness. The analysis emphasizes the need for leadership development programs focused on ethical competence, value-based decision-making, and stakeholder-oriented management systems. Strengthening these ethical foundations can enable Indian SMEs to align business growth with social responsibility and contribute meaningfully to national sustainable development goals (SDGs)
Keywords Keywords: Ethical leadership, Leadership Effectiveness, SME, CSR
Field Business Administration
Published In Volume 7, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On 2026-01-06
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