Discover India! Arthashastra by Kautilya (4th century BCE).

It is an ancient Indian treatise written by Kautilya (also known as Chanakya), which provides insight into the Indian political science, economics and socio-cultural life in the 4th century BCE.

It consists of 15 books, containing over 3000 shlokas (verses) dealing with statecraft, economic policies and military strategy.

It discusses topics such as taxation, diplomacy, law, foreign policy, welfare and defense.

It also provides a detailed analysis of the state of the Indian subcontinent in the 4th century BCE.

It covers topics such as agriculture, trade, education, health, and public works.

It also discusses methods of warfare, methods of taxation and how to govern a kingdom.

It also provides advice on how to cultivate good relationships with foreign powers, and how to maintain a strong economy.

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