Multiple choice

Which of the following are the integral elements of a state as mentioned by Kautilya in Arthasastra?

  1. Amatya(Bureaucracy), Janapada(Territory)

  2. Durga(Fortified capital),Kosha(Treasury)

  3. Danda(coercive machinery),Mitra (Allied powers)

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Kautilya's Saptanga theory of the state identifies seven limbs: Swami (king), Amatya (bureaucracy), Janapada (territory/population), Durga (fort), Kosha (treasury), Danda (army/coercion), and Mitra (allies). Since all listed items are part of these seven, the answer is correct.

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