A STUDY ON CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE WITH REFERENCE TO INFOSYS

Corporate Social Responsibility has developed into an important strategic component of modern business management because organizations are expected to balance financial objectives with social and environmental responsibilities. The present study examined CSR and financial performance with reference to Infosys Limited. The findings indicate that Infosys has incorporated CSR through initiatives relating to education, healthcare, community development, environmental sustainability, employee welfare, and ethical business practices. The analysis of respondent perceptions shows favourable views regarding the contribution of CSR to corporate reputation, financial performance, stakeholder confidence, customer trust, shareholder value, and sustainable organizational growth. The weighted mean results further support the positive perception of CSR effectiveness, with overall effectiveness receiving the highest score among the selected indicators. The study therefore concludes that CSR can function as a strategic instrument for creating social value while supporting organizational credibility and long-term performance. Infosys can further strengthen these outcomes through continued investment in community development, environmental sustainability, employee participation, transparent reporting, ethical governance, stakeholder engagement, and technology-enabled CSR monitoring.

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