Kautilya’s Contributions to Political Philosophy, Economics, and Governance of Ancient Indian Knowledge System
Dr. Soumen Debnath Assistant Professor and Head, Department of Political Science Dwijendralal College, Krishnagar, West Bengal, India. Abstract: Kautilya, also known as Chanakya, was a philosopher, economist, strategist, and statesman in ancient India who played a pivotal role in the formation of the Maurya Empire. His work, particularly the Arthashastra, has shaped the foundations of…