J K Mehta

Jamshed Kaikhusro Mehta, known professionally as J.K. Mehta (14 December 1901 - 9 August 1980) was an Indian philosopher and economist. He was born to a Parsi Family to K.M. Mehta in Rajnandgaon in 1901. He completed his graduation from Moir Central College and attended University of Allahabad for post graduation.

Born in a Parsi Family, J.K. Mehta started his career as lecturer in Allahabad university. He was later become the Dean of Department of Commerce in University of Allahabad. He was inspired by Gandhian Philosophy and propounded the theory of wantlessness. Although he was Zoroastrian by religion, he had great beliefs in Bhagwad Geeta.

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J.K. Mehta is known for his idea of Wantlessness. He is very inspired by Mahatma Gandhi and spread the Gandhian Theory of Economics.

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University of Allahabad

List of University of Allahabad alumni