Chandragupta Maurya And Kautilya
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EXAMIVERSE
Legacy and Impact
- Imperial Blueprint: The Mauryan model influenced subsequent Indian states in provincial governance, taxation, and judicial administration.
- Written Treatise: Arthashastra remained a reference for centuries, resurfacing in the medieval period as a foundational text on politics and economics.
- Cultural Memory: Chandragupta’s abdication and Jain pilgrimage—recorded in later texts—symbolized the interplay of worldly power and spiritual quest.