BUDDHADHAMMA APPLICATION FOR PROMOTING LEADERSHIP OF LOCAL POLITICIANS IN NONTHABURI PROVINCE

Abstract

The objectives of this research were to present the application of Buddha-dhamma for promoting the leadership of local politicians in Nonthaburi Province, which was conducted through qualitative research. Data were collected by interviewing 20 key informants with a structured In-Depth-Interview script and 13 participants in focus group discussion and analysed by content descriptive interpretation.  

The research results found that the Application of Buddha-dhamma to promote political leadership of local politicians in Nonthaburi Province were as follows: 1.  Power and influence of leaders; Showing political leadership, accepting different opinions, applying the Dasapitha-Dhamma, Ten Royal Virtues in making policies, expressing views as a representative of the people and bringing benefits for the public. 2. Leaders' behaviour: Aiming to create political achievements, using political activities to reflect political leadership, creating participation in local development operations, focusing on creating plans and policies for most citizens to receive benefits by integrating Buddha-Dhamma with political activities, starting with applying the Ten Royal Virtues Dhamma to political activities. 3.  Leadership characteristics; The image of a politician must have the courage to make decisions, have one own standpoint, dare to face the truth, dare to reveal the truth, not to focus on the interests of oneself and those of ones’ friends. Carrying out political activities with dedication. 4. The situation of leaders: A good leader must know people, know how to think, know work, and know how to develop a vision. One already knows the mission one is responsible for. One must also accept different opinions. Must know compromise. Making decisions with skill and thoughtfulness has expertise in local administration.