Who among the following stated that there was no slavery in India?

Correct answer: Megasthenes

Explanation: The Greek ambassador Megasthenes stated that there was no slavery in India, unlike in Greek society. 📚 Other Information: ▪️ Megasthenes visited India during Chandragupta Maurya’s reign (4th century BCE). ▪️ He wrote 'Indica', a detailed account of Mauryan administration and society. ▪️ His observations indicated a society based on varnas (occupational groups) rather than slavery. ▪️ Although his statement was idealised, bonded labour and servitude existed in various forms. ▪️ He described cities like Pataliputra and their governance systems. ▪️ Megasthenes’ work survives through fragments quoted by Strabo, Arrian, and Diodorus. ▪️ His writings influenced the Greek understanding of Indian civilisation. ▪️ Scholars regard 'Indica' as a key foreign source for ancient Indian history.