Chanakya: The Pioneer Economist of India

About Chanakya: The Pioneer Economist of India

Chanakya—famous for his wisdom and knowledge—was the advisor and Prime Minister of the Emperor Chandragupta Maurya. He worked as a professor at the University of Takshila and was well- known for his expertise in Commerce, Economics and various other subjects. Considered as the, 'Pioneer Economist of India', he authored the two ancient Indian treatises named 'Arthashastra' and 'Neetishastra'. With the help of Chandragupta Maurya, Chanakya established the Mauryan Dynasty after defeating the Nanda kings. Here is a brief description of Chanakya's life, which is a great source of inspiration.