- Abalīyasa (Concerning a Powerful Enemy) — a compact, hard‑headed chapter from the Arthashastra of Kautilya (Chanakya), the classical Indian manual of statecraft formed in the Mauryan age (attributed to 4th–3rd century BCE). It probes how a ruler meets a superior foe: reconnaissance, preemptive strikes, economic strangulation, alliance‑making and sowing internal discord. Emphasizing intelligence, calculated deception, timing, logistics and morale, it marries military tactics with diplomacy and covert action. Rooted in realpolitik, the chapter teaches avoidance of moralizing rhetoric in favor of effectiveness. Today its lessons resonate in geopolitics, national security and competitive strategy—reminding leaders how strategy, information and prudence shape outcomes more than brute force alone.
अर्थशास्त्रम्
Arthashastra
आबलीयस
Concerning a Powerful Enemy
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Chapters
राजदूत के कर्मों का वर्णन
The Duties Of A Messenger
32 verses
बुद्धिमता से युद्ध करने के उपाय
Battle Of Intrigue
33 verses
शत्रु के सेनापतियों के बध का दङ्ग
Slaying The Commander-In-Chief And Inciting A Circle Of States
21 verses
हथियारों, आग और जहर से जासूसी करना; और आपूर्ति, भंडार और अन्न भंडारों को नष्ट करना
Spies With Weapons, Fire, And Poison; And Destruction Of Supply, Stores And Granaries
29 verses
शत्रु सेना को अनेक उपायों से वश में करना
Capture Of The Enemy By Means Of Secret Contrivances Or By Means Of The Army; And Complete Victory
51 verses
