- Arthashastra provides a detailed structure and function of the state (Saptanga theory). - Its focus is practical statecraft (politics, economics, administration, diplomacy, military strategy). - It does not dwell on the theoretical origins of the state.
Consider the following statements: The Arthashastra is the first Indian text to define a State. The main concerns of the Arthashastra are theoretical issues like the origins of the State. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Asked in UPSC NDA 1 2016 · Topic: Ancient Literature and Litterateur (Kautilya's Arthashastra)
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