Chanakya
4th-century BCE Indian statesman and philosopher
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Updated 2026-05-29
Ancient political fixer credited with helping Chandragupta seize power and build the Maurya Empire around 4th century CE. Served as chief adviser to two emperors—basically the original kingmaker with a legendary reputation that outlasted actual documentation.
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Chanakya, according to legendary narratives preserved in various traditions dating from the 4th to 11th century CE, was a Brahmin who assisted the first Mauryan emperor Chandragupta in his rise to power and the establishment of the Maurya Empire. According to these narratives, Chanakya served as the chief adviser and prime minister to both emperors Chandragupta Maurya and his son Bindusara.
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