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GPSC Class 1-2 2024 · Question 60 of 100

Consider the following statements regarding 'Arthashastra': 1. This book in Sanskrit was written by Kautilya. 2. The manuscript of 'Arthashastra' was first discovered by James Prinsep. 3. It is the most important literary source of the Mauryan history. Which of the above statements are correct?

History - Ancient India

  1. A1, 2
  2. B1, 3Correct
  3. C2, 3
  4. D1, 2, 3

Answer: B. 1, 3

Explanation

Arthashastra was written by Kautilya (Chanakya) in Sanskrit and is the key literary source for Mauryan history, but its manuscript was discovered by R. Shamasastry in 1905, not James Prinsep. So 1 and 3 are correct.

Source: GPSC Gujarat Administrative Service Class-1, Gujarat Civil Services Class-1 & 2 Prelims (Advt 47/2023-24), held 07-01-2024, Paper-I (General Studies) - English version; answers verified against subject knowledge (official final key not publicly traceable)

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