​Quotes by Chanakya to teach students how to succeed in the right way​

Chanakya is considered world's best philosopher

Also known as Kautilya, Chanakya is one of the most revered teacher, author, strategist and philosopher who existed from 375BC to 283 BC.

Here are a few quotes of Chanakya for students

Chanakya's quotes are relevant till date as well and holds significance for individuals of all age groups including students.

On honesty

“A person should not be too honest. Straight trees are cut first and honest people are screwed first.”

On acceptability

“We should not fret for what is past, nor should we be anxious about the future; men of discernment deal only with the present moment”

On being alert

“Just as it is impossible to know when a swimming fish is drinking water, so it is impossible to find out when a government servant is stealing money”

On your next move

“Do not reveal what you have thought upon doing, but by wise council keep it secret being determined to carry it into execution.”

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On healthy body

“As long as your body is healthy and under control and death is distant, try to save your soul; when death is immanent what can you do?”

On education

“The life of an uneducated man is as useless as the tail of a dog which neither covers it’s rear end, nor protects it from the bites of insects.”

On friendships

“Never make friends with people who are above or below you in status. Such friendships will never give you any happiness.”

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