The story of a unique manuscript: the case of Arthaśāstra

By Gleb Sharygin The Kauṭilīya Arthaśāstra is an extraordinary text that has been a source of fascination for scholars, historians and political thinkers for over a century. Although it was written nearly two millennia ago, the Arthaśāstra contains valuable insights for the modern world, touching on everything from politics and economics to ethics and the public good. But what exactly is this text, and why does it continue to resonate with us today? To begin with, it's important to note that...