The Panchatantra is a classic collection of stories about animals and human nature. Its origin is believed to date back to several hundred years ago; it has only survived because of the tradition of oral storytelling.
Over the years, several translations of the Panchatantra have appeared. The stories were told in many languages, leading to many variants, but the truths within the stories are profound and timeless. The following Panchatantra story illustrates a common tactic many governments continue to use—spyi