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“Swans live wherever there is water, and leave the place where water dries up; let not a man act so - and comes and goes as he pleases.”

Quote by Chanakya

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Chanakya, born in 370 BC and died in 283 BC, was an ancient Indian statesman, economist, and philosopher. He is considered one of the greatest thinkers in ancient India and has had a profound impact on the history of India and the world. more

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