UdyamGita

Many times, business owners have to share decisions, information, and plans with fellow members. Not everyone may be open to asking questions, especially basic ones, as they may be scared about their reputation. But as an owner, you know it is very important to clarify those doubts. If you proactively start giving answers, people may not even relate them to their questions. Hence, it is better to have someone from your side ask those questions so that it appears neutral while you address them. In this way, you clear the air around the subject of discussion.

More importantly, build and promote an organizational culture where people are not hesitant to ask questions, even if they are basic. This shows that they are committed, intend to do the right things, and are focused on delivering the right outcomes. By doing this, every idea and every step becomes stronger through validation from people across all levels.

Arjuna does something profoundly important here—he questions respectfully. He notices an apparent contradiction and seeks clarity rather than silently accepting confusion. This moment is crucial: the Gita progresses not because Arjuna blindly agrees, but because he dares to ask.

Krishna does not rebuke Arjuna for asking a “basic” or “obvious” question. Instead, this question becomes the doorway to a deeper revelation.

Business Insight

In organizations, many people carry doubts—but very few voice them.

Team members often hesitate to ask questions because:

• The doubt may appear too basic
• They fear judgment or reputational loss
• They assume others already understand

When such doubts remain unspoken, confusion multiplies silently. Execution weakens, alignment breaks, and errors surface later at a much higher cost.

While leaders may proactively explain decisions, explanations don’t always address unasked questions. People may listen, nod, and still walk away unclear.

Leadership Lesson

A mature leader builds systems where questions are normal, not risky.

Two leadership responsibilities emerge here:

1. Create psychological safety – where even basic questions are welcomed as signs of seriousness, not incompetence.
2. Encourage validation through inquiry – because every idea becomes stronger when tested by questions across levels.

Sometimes, leaders may even need to seed questions intentionally—having someone ask what many are thinking—so clarity reaches everyone without embarrassment.

When people ask questions, it means they care. Silence often signals disengagement, not agreement.

Key Takeaways

• Questions strengthen decisions, not weaken authority.
• Unasked doubts silently damage execution.
• Build a culture where basic questions are respected.
• Psychological safety fuels clarity and commitment.
• Encourage inquiry to validate ideas across levels.