Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Faculty Publications Book Chapter Faculty Publications- Book Chapter Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Mathew, Joice Ann; Maji, Susnato Title A name given to the resource The Impact of Government Initiatives on Sustainable Business Practices Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 01-01-2025 Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived The Synergistic Effect of Sustainable Business Practices on Corporate Performance;pp.127-139 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context <a href="https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-96-3375-3_8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-96-3375-3_8</a> <br /><br /><a href="https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105022351256?origin=resultslist" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105022351256?origin=resultslist</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Mathew J.A., Christ University, Pune, India; Maji S., Christ University, Pune, India Description An account of the resource This paper examines the evolving role of government initiatives in fostering sustainable business practices, with a focus on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) as a critical tool for aligning economic growth, social equity, and environmental sustainability. By analyzing the historical evolution of CSR and its current framework in India, including its mandatory implementation under the Companies Act, 2013, this study highlights the multidimensional aspects of CSR: environmental, ethical, philanthropic, and economic responsibilities. It also explores the strategic integration of CSR to meet stakeholder expectations, enhance competitiveness, and mitigate risks, illustrating its potential as a driver for sustainable development. The research further addresses mechanisms for legal compliance, inspection, and enforcement, offering insights into the challenges and opportunities for businesses in adhering to CSR norms while contributing to broader societal goals. 2025 The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. Subject The topic of the resource Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR); Economic growth; Government initiatives; Sustainable business practices Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Springer Science+Business Media Relation A related resource ISBN: 978-981963375-3; 978-981963374-6; Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Book chapter Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource online