Who was the author of Arthashastra?

Q. Who was the author of Arthashastra?
Answer: Kautilya
Notes:

The Arthashastra is one of the oldest books with immense historical significance, written by Kautilya who was also known as Chanakya. He was an Indian statesman and philosopher, chief advisor, and Prime Minister of the Indian Emperor Chandragupta Maurya, the first ruler of the Mauryan Empire.

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