INDIAN HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Notes: Saptanga theory of state was given by Kautilya in Arthashastra. According to it, the seven limbs of a state are King, Amatya (Bureaucrats), Janapada (territory), Durga (Fort), Kosa (Treasure), Danda (coercive authority) and Mitra (ally).

Detailed explanation-2: -Saptanga Theory was laid out by Kautilya in Arthashastra which according to him is required to be implemented in each and every state to call it as a “State”. In other words, it lays down the ideal forms of governance, administration, defence mechanisms and judiciary, which are required in an ideal state.

Detailed explanation-3: -1. To promote the moral and material happiness and welfare of his people, as in their happiness lies his happiness and in their welfare his welfare; 2. To enable them to pursue freely their independent efforts in life; 3. To maintain unity and solidarity; 4.

Detailed explanation-4: -According to Kautilya, a state has seven elements or constituents, namely, Swamin-the King, Amatya-the Minister, Janapada-the Land, and the People, Durga-the Fortress, Kosha-the Treasury, Danda-the Army and Mitra-the Allies. This entire set-up of the kingdom was described as Saptanga theory in ancient India.