Chanakya's Teachings on Friendship and Life from Arthashastra and Chanakya Niti
Chanakya, also known as Kautilya or Vishnugupta, was an ancient Indian scholar credited with aiding Chandragupta Maurya's rise and authoring the Arthashastra, a treatise on governance, economics, and military strategy. His work, including Chanakya Niti, offers pragmatic advice on life, friendships, and success. Notably, he advised against forming friendships with those above or below one's social status, emphasizing practical considerations in relationships and personal conduct.