Chanakya was a Brahmin from Takshashila, Indian subcontinent, who helped the first Mauryan emperor, Chandragupta, achieve power and establish the Maurya Empire. He was knowledgeable in three Vedas and political affairs. Chanakya is believed to have acted as the chief adviser and prime minister for both emperors Chandragupta Maurya and his son Bindusara. Traditionally, Chanakya is also recognized as Kauṭilya and interchangeably Vishnugupta, the writer of the ancient Indian political-economic te ... (Read More)