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Arthashastra & Machiavelli | Realist Traditions in Political Thought | UPSC PSIR

In this UPSC PSIR lecture, we explore the parallels between the Arthashastra tradition of Kautilya and the Realist tradition of Machiavelli. We compare their ideas on power politics, statecraft, diplomacy, war, human nature, and leadership, and highlight their enduring relevance to Comparative Political Thought. Perfect for UPSC Political Science Optional (PSIR) Paper 1, especially for topics on Western and Indian Political Thought (WPT). 📌 Key Topics Covered: • Realism in Arthashastra and The Prince • Power and national interest in political theory • Mandala theory & Shadgunya vs. Machiavellian statecraft • Role of deception, diplomacy, and war in governance • Differences in moral foundations & cultural context • Relevance for Comparative Political Thought and International Relations