Shadgunya

Peace, war, neutrality, marching, alliance, double policy - Kautilya's six strategic options and when to use each one.

Lessons in this chapter

• Sandhi — Making Peace
• Vigraha — Making War
• Asana — Staying Neutral
• Yana — Marching and Advancing
• Samsraya — Seeking Shelter and Protection
• Dvaidhibhava — The Double Strategy

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