Childhood Days of Chanakya

Chanakya was born into a Brahmin family and was educated at Takshashila
which is an ancient center for learning that is located in north-western ancient
India. He was a person who had in-depth knowledge in various subjects such as
politics, economics, medicine, war strategies, and astrology and he was highly
learned. He began his career as a teacher and later he became the trusted ally of
Emperor Chandragupta. He acted as the emperor’s counselor and advisor and
helped Chandragupta in overthrowing the power Nanda dynasty at Pataliputra, in
the Magadha region. He was instrumental in helping Chandragupta to
consolidate his powers.
Information About Chanakya
Chanakya was also known as Kauṭilya or Vishnugupta.

Chanakya date of birth: 350 BCE

Chanakya birth place: Takshashila (Now in Pakistan)

Chanakya religion: Brahmin

Chanakya Date of Death: 275 BCE

Life History of Chanakya
Childhood Days
Chanakya was born in a very poor Brahmin family in around 350 BC at
Takshashila. His father’s name was Chanak and his mother’s name was
Chaneshvari. In his childhood days, Chanakya studied the whole Vedas and
learned about politics. He had a wisdom tooth. There was a common belief at
that time, that having a wisdom tooth is a sign of becoming the king. His mother
was scared to hear an astrologer say “he will grow up to become a king and
forget her after becoming king”. At that time Chanakya broke his wisdom teeth
and promised his mother that “Mother, don’t worry. I will take good care of you.”
Before the rise of the Maurya Empire, North India was under the rule of Nandas.
Due to the lack of proper administrations, the Kings of Nandas empire were
exploiting the people. Chanakya played a major role in removing such robbers
like Dhananand and establishing the Mauryan Empire.