Articles on Hindu Political Theory
More Light on Methods and Conclusions in Hindu Politics
By U. N. Ghoshal · The Indian Historical Quarterly, 1927
The author addresses criticisms by Benoy Kumar Sarkar regarding the scope and conclusions of their work on Hindu politics. They defend their focus on key aspects of Hindu political theory, particularly referencing the *Arthashastra* of Kautilya, which covers…
On Some Methods and Conclusions in Hindu Politics
By Benoy Kumar Sarkar · The Indian Historical Quarterly, 1927
The text presents a critical analysis of Dr. Ghoshal’s *History of Hindu Political Theories (H.P.T.)*, focusing on its narrow scope and methodological flaws. The author argues that Ghoshal’s work disproportionately emphasizes kingship while neglecting other…
Hindu Politics in Italian II
By Benoy Kumar Sarkar · The Indian Historical Quarterly, 1925
The text examines Kautilya's political theories, particularly his concept of the popular origin of kingship, which B argues is distinct from Brahmanical ideas. While Kautilya's *Arthashastra* is the oldest document supporting this theory, Professor Ghoshal…
Ministers in Ancient India
By Radha Govinda Basak · The Indian Historical Quarterly, 1925
Ministers in Ancient India