Public Administration in Ancient India c12.48

c12.48

The influence exercised by an able Prime Minister over a King is well illustrated by the relations between Chānakya and Chandragupta, as depicted in Mudrā-Rākshasa. The Emperor is there described as a person who is absolutely helpless without the guidance of the Prime Minister. He never undertakes any measure, great or small, without the advice of Chānakya. So great is the Emperor’s regard for his Minister that whenever the two meet, Chandragupta greets Chānakya by touching the latter’s feet.