Chanakya
371 - 283
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Quotes
Biography
Chanakya, also known as Kautilya or Vishnugupta, was an ancient Indian teacher, philosopher, economist, jurist, and royal advisor. He is best known for his treatise on economics and political science, the Arthashastra, which discusses governance, economics, and military strategy. Chanakya played a significant role in the establishment of the Maurya Empire under Chandragupta Maurya's reign. He is considered a pioneer in the field of political science in India and is often referred to as the Indian Machiavelli for his pragmatic views on statecraft and diplomacy.
Famous Quotes (5)
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Before you start some work, always ask yourself three questions - Why am I doing it, What the results might be, and Will I be successful. Only when you think deeply and find satisfactory answers to these questions, go ahead.
2
A person should not be too honest. Straight trees are cut first and honest people are screwed first.
3
The biggest guru-mantra is: never share your secrets with anybody. It will destroy you.
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As soon as the fear approaches near, attack and destroy it.
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Test a servant while in the discharge of his duty, a relative in difficulty, a friend in adversity, and a wife in misfortune.