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The Mahabharata: An Epic of War, Dharma, and Fate

Description: The Mahabharata is one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient India, the other being the Ramayana. It is an epic poem traditionally attributed to the sage Vyasa. The Mahabharata is one of the longest epic poems ever written, with over 100,000 verses, or shlokas, divided into 18 parvas.
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Who is the central character of the Mahabharata?

  1. Arjuna

  2. Krishna

  3. Yudhishthira

  4. Bhishma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arjuna is the central character of the Mahabharata. He is the third of the five Pandava brothers and is considered to be the greatest warrior of his time.

What is the main conflict of the Mahabharata?

  1. The battle between the Pandavas and the Kauravas

  2. The battle between the gods and the demons

  3. The battle between good and evil

  4. The battle between dharma and adharma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main conflict of the Mahabharata is the battle between the Pandavas and the Kauravas. The Pandavas are the five sons of Pandu, while the Kauravas are the hundred sons of Dhritarashtra.

What is the outcome of the Mahabharata?

  1. The Pandavas win the battle and establish their kingdom

  2. The Kauravas win the battle and establish their kingdom

  3. The battle ends in a draw

  4. The battle is interrupted by the arrival of Krishna


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pandavas win the battle and establish their kingdom. The Kauravas are defeated and their kingdom is destroyed.

What is the significance of the Mahabharata?

  1. It is a religious text that teaches about dharma and adharma

  2. It is a historical text that records the events of ancient India

  3. It is a literary text that is considered to be one of the greatest works of literature ever written

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Mahabharata is a religious text that teaches about dharma and adharma. It is a historical text that records the events of ancient India. It is a literary text that is considered to be one of the greatest works of literature ever written.

Who is the author of the Mahabharata?

  1. Vyasa

  2. Valmiki

  3. Kalidasa

  4. Bhavabhuti


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vyasa is the author of the Mahabharata. He is also known as Krishna Dvaipayana and is considered to be one of the greatest sages of ancient India.

When was the Mahabharata written?

  1. Around 400 BCE

  2. Around 200 BCE

  3. Around 100 CE

  4. Around 300 CE


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mahabharata was written around 400 BCE. It is one of the oldest epic poems in the world.

How many parvas does the Mahabharata have?

  1. 12

  2. 18

  3. 24

  4. 30


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Mahabharata has 18 parvas. Each parva is a book or section of the epic poem.

What is the longest parva in the Mahabharata?

  1. Adi Parva

  2. Sabha Parva

  3. Vana Parva

  4. Bhishma Parva


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bhishma Parva is the longest parva in the Mahabharata. It contains over 10,000 verses.

What is the shortest parva in the Mahabharata?

  1. Mausala Parva

  2. Mahaprasthanika Parva

  3. Svargarohana Parva

  4. Harivamsa Parva


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mahaprasthanika Parva is the shortest parva in the Mahabharata. It contains only 200 verses.

Which parva of the Mahabharata contains the Bhagavad Gita?

  1. Bhagavad Gita Parva

  2. Udyoga Parva

  3. Bhishma Parva

  4. Drona Parva


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Bhagavad Gita is contained in the Bhagavad Gita Parva of the Mahabharata. It is a dialogue between Krishna and Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra.

Who is the main character of the Bhagavad Gita?

  1. Arjuna

  2. Krishna

  3. Yudhishthira

  4. Bhishma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arjuna is the main character of the Bhagavad Gita. He is the third of the five Pandava brothers and is considered to be the greatest warrior of his time.

What is the main message of the Bhagavad Gita?

  1. To do your duty without attachment to the outcome

  2. To seek knowledge and wisdom

  3. To love and serve others

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main message of the Bhagavad Gita is to do your duty without attachment to the outcome, to seek knowledge and wisdom, and to love and serve others.

What is the significance of the Bhagavad Gita?

  1. It is one of the most important religious texts in Hinduism

  2. It is a philosophical text that has been studied by scholars for centuries

  3. It is a source of inspiration for people all over the world

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Bhagavad Gita is one of the most important religious texts in Hinduism. It is a philosophical text that has been studied by scholars for centuries. It is also a source of inspiration for people all over the world.

Who is the main villain of the Mahabharata?

  1. Duryodhana

  2. Karna

  3. Shakuni

  4. Dhritarashtra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Duryodhana is the main villain of the Mahabharata. He is the eldest of the Kaurava brothers and is known for his arrogance and jealousy.

Who is the main hero of the Mahabharata?

  1. Arjuna

  2. Krishna

  3. Yudhishthira

  4. Bhishma


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arjuna is the main hero of the Mahabharata. He is the third of the five Pandava brothers and is considered to be the greatest warrior of his time.

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