... Sun Tzu of ancient China saw war as an art. His The Art of War is a military work dating back to 500 BCE. For almost 1,500 years, it was the most influential strategy text influencing both East Asian and Western military thinking. The book contains a detailed explanation and analysis of the Chinese military, from weapons, environmental conditions and strategy to rank and discipline, the importance of intelligence operatives and espionage to the war effort. His strategies formed the basis of advanced military training throughout the world.
But Kautilya saw war as a science, adding that “a war should be avoided, for it can be lost as easily as it can be won, and is basically unpredictable and expensive”. Dharma, he said, is the root of all happiness, and the root of dharma is good economy and governance, self-restraint, humility and serving the aged. Excellent advice for any ruler to follow. READ FULL ARTICLE from New Indian Express
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