Multiple choice *The book Artasastra, written by Kautiya, urged kings to ... have an army of spies to keep them informed, maintain control over subects. Both choices are correct. Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation The Arthashastra, attributed to Kautilya, is a treatise on statecraft that advises rulers to use spies and maintain strict control to ensure the stability and security of the kingdom.