Vārttā denotes the economic sciences, including agriculture, cattle rearing, and trade. Kauṭilya treats vārttā as the material engine of the state. Prosperity, revenue, and food security emerge directly from effective management of these sectors. Unlike moralistic traditions that subordinate economic activity, Kauṭilya foregrounds vārttā as indispensable to political stability....
4. Vartta : A King Ignorant of Economic Sciences will loose his Autonomy
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Dr Nanda Kishor MS
Dr Nanda Kishor is the Head of the Department of Politics and International Studies, Pondicherry University. His expertise spans India’s foreign policy, conflict resolution, international law, and national security, with several publications and fellowships from institutions including UNHCR, Brookings, and DAAD.
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