कौटिलीय अर्थशास्त्र is a Hindi edition of the ancient Indian treatise on statecraft, economics, governance, and strategy, attributed to the political thinker Kautilya (Chanakya). This version, published by Manoj Publications, features a substantial text of around 600 pages and is presented in Hindi for contemporary readers. The work blends political theory with practical guidance on administration, law, diplomacy, economic policy, and military organization drawn from ancient Indian tradition. Kautilya’s original Arthashastra explores how a ruler should ensure the prosperity, security, and stability of the state through effective governance and resource management. This Manoj Publications edition makes the classical principles of power, strategy, and polity accessible to students, scholars, and readers interested in India’s intellectual heritage.