This book is a comprehensive and engaging biography of Chanakya, the brilliant strategist, economist, and political mastermind behind the rise of Chandragupta Maurya and the establishment of the Maurya Empire in ancient India. Born as Vishnugupta and famously known as Chanakya or Kautilya, he played the roles of guru, mentor, and kingmaker. Despite being born into a modest Brahmin family, Chanakya's sharp intellect and unwavering resolve led him to overthrow the corrupt Nanda dynasty and unite a fragmented India. Educated at Takshashila and driven by a sense of duty, Chanakya envisioned a powerful and organized Aryavarta. He lived simply, far from luxury, yet guided an empire with unmatched political wisdom. This book explores his life, his work, and his legendary influence on Indian political thought and administration. Even today, the term “Chanakya” symbolizes unmatched political acumen and vision.
