It makes a mention of Kautilya. It is a book on grammar and refers to historical personalities only incidentally. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ? The Mahabhashya is a commentary on grammar but serves as an incidental source for historical information. It mentions Kautilya and provides insights into the socio-political life of the Shunga period.
Consider the following statements about Patanjali's Mahabhashya :
Asked in UPSC CDS 2 2021 · Topic: Ancient Literature and Litterateur (Sanskrit Grammar and Linguistics (Panini's Ashtadhyayi, Patanjali's Mahabhashya))
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