The 'Arthashastra', an ancient treatise on statecraft, was authored by _____ in Sanskrit.
- Chanakya (Kautilya)
- Panini
- Patanjali
- Bhartrihari
Answer: Chanakya (Kautilya)
Arthashastra, attributed to Chanakya (Kautilya, 4th century BCE), is a comprehensive Sanskrit text on politics, economics, and military strategy. Rediscovered in 1905, it provides insights into Mauryan administration and ancient Indian polity.