Q. Kautilya’s intrigues and brilliant strategy to subvert the intended invasion of Magadha is the theme of which of the following?

[A] Mudrarakshasa

[B] Mahavamsa

[C] Kadambari

[D] Dashakumaracharita

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation: Chanakya, also known as Kautilya and Vishnugupta, was a Brahmin and a sworn adversary of the Nandas.

  • He is credited with having devised the strategy for overthrowing the Nandas and helping Chandragupta to become the emperor of Magadha.
  • He is celebrated as the author of the Arthasastra, a treatise on political strategy and governance.
  • His intrigues and brilliant strategy to subvert the intended invasion of Magadha is the theme of the play, Mudrarakshasa.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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