History & Civics
What is the importance of the 'Panchtantra'?
Gupta Age
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The Panchatantra is a famous collection of animal fables written by Vishnu Sharma to teach the art of statecraft to princes. Filled with wit and wisdom, the stories use animals and birds to represent humans and convey moral and political lessons.
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