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This 'Mahabharata Online Test' covers questions on various Mahabharata characters, including Krishna, Karna, Arjuna, Bhima, Draupadi, and more. The lessons encompass humanity, loyalty, patience, strength, beliefs, and friendship.

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1. What moral lesson can be learned from Krishna's adherence to righteousness and justice?

a) The importance of prioritizing personal desires over duty.

b) The necessity of compromising moral principles for political expediency.

c) The significance of upholding righteousness and justice, even in challenging circumstances.

d) The superiority of individual ambitions over collective welfare.

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2. Which parva of the Mahabharata contains the Anugita, a philosophical discourse between Krishna and Arjuna?

a) Shanti Parva

b) Anushasana Parva

c) Ashvamedhika Parva

d) Sauptika Parva

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3. What did Duryodhana intend to achieve by publicly humiliating Draupadi?

a) To assert his authority and dominance over the Pandavas

b) To seek revenge for his previous defeats by the Pandavas

c) To degrade Draupadi and tarnish the Pandavas' honor

d) All of the above

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4. What moral lesson can be learned from Bhima's acceptance of the consequences of his actions after the war?

a) Accountability and responsibility for one's choices are paramount.

b) Blaming others for one's misfortunes is justified.

c) Pride and ego should dictate decision-making.

d) Sacrificing personal integrity for power is acceptable.

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5. What ethical principle does Krishna uphold by protecting and guiding the Pandavas throughout their trials?

a) Integrity and honesty in leadership.

b) Loyalty to family above all else.

c) Obedience to divine guidance and wisdom.

d) Personal autonomy and decision-making.

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6. How does Yudhishthira demonstrate forgiveness towards Ashwatthama after the Kurukshetra War?

a) He seeks revenge against Ashwatthama for his crimes.

b) He pardons Ashwatthama and spares his life.

c) He banishes Ashwatthama from the kingdom.

d) He demands compensation from Ashwatthama for his actions.

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7. What moral lesson can be learned from Krishna's teachings on the importance of discernment and wisdom?

a) Ignorance is preferable to knowledge and wisdom.

b) Blind faith and adherence to tradition are superior to critical thinking.

c) Discernment and wisdom are essential for making informed decisions.

d) Seeking knowledge and wisdom is futile in the pursuit of happiness.

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8. What evidence from the Rigveda supports the historicity of the Mahabharata?

a) References to Mahabharata characters and events in the Rigveda.

b) Linguistic similarities between Rigvedic and Mahabharata texts.

c) Astronomical observations recorded in Rigvedic hymns corresponding to the Mahabharata period.

d) Rituals and practices described in the Rigveda similar to those in the Mahabharata.

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9. Who revealed the true identities of the Pandavas during their exile in Matsya?

a) Duryodhana

b) Kichaka

c) Keechaka

d) Susharma

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10. What was the reason behind Nakula's fall during the Pandavas' final journey?

a) He was cursed by a sage for his arrogance.

b) He was bitten by a poisonous snake in the forest.

c) He sacrificed his life to save his brothers from danger.

d) He died of natural causes due to old age.

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11. What prompted the Pandavas to undertake their final journey to the Himalayas?

a) A desire for spiritual enlightenment and liberation

b) A need to seek refuge from political turmoil

c) An invitation from the gods to ascend to heaven

d) A decision to retire from worldly affairs and renounce the kingdom

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12. How long was the exile period imposed on the Pandavas?

a) 5 years

b) 10 years

c) 12 years

d) 14 years

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13. What was the role of Sanjaya in the Mahabharata War?

a) He served as the charioteer for Duryodhana.

b) He narrated the events of the war to King Dhritarashtra.

c) He was a warrior in the Kaurava army.

d) He served as a diplomat between the Pandavas and the Kauravas.

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14. What ethical principle does Yudhishthira uphold by respecting the advice of Krishna during the Kurukshetra War?

a) Integrity and honesty in leadership

b) Loyalty to family above all else

c) Obedience to divine guidance and wisdom

d) Personal autonomy and decision-making

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15. How many chapters (parvas) are there in the Mahabharata?

a) 18

b) 24

c) 12

d) 20

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16. What ethical principle does Arjuna uphold by seeking guidance from Lord Krishna in the Bhagavad Gita?

a) Independence and self-reliance in decision-making.

b) Obedience to divine guidance and wisdom.

c) Loyalty to family and kin.

d) Retaliation against personal insults and injuries.

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17. What ethical dilemma does Arjuna face regarding his duty to his family and his duty as a warrior?

a) Whether to prioritize his own safety or that of his brothers.

b) Whether to fight for righteousness or personal gain.

c) Whether to reveal his identity to the enemy or maintain secrecy.

d) Whether to seek revenge or forgiveness for past injustices.

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18. What moral conflict does Yudhishthira encounter regarding his duty as a king in the Mahabharata?

a) Whether to prioritize his personal ambitions over the welfare of his subjects

b) Whether to uphold the principles of righteousness or resort to deceitful tactics

c) Whether to seek vengeance against his enemies or pursue reconciliation and peace

d) Whether to renounce his kingdom and embrace asceticism or fulfill his responsibilities as a ruler

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19. What disguise did the Pandavas assume during their exile in Matsya?

a) Ascetics

b) Merchants

c) Brahmins

d) Servants

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20. Who served as the prime minister or chief advisor to Yudhishthira during his reign?

a) Bhishma

b) Vidura

c) Dronacharya

d) Kripacharya

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21. What was the hallmark of Yudhishthira's rule as the king of Hastinapura?

a) Prosperity and economic growth

b) Justice and righteousness

c) Military conquests and expansion

d) Diplomacy and alliances

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22. Who guides the Pandavas during their ascent to heaven in the Swargarohanika Parva?

a) Lord Krishna

b) Vyasa

c) Indra

d) Yama

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23. What ethical dilemma does Yudhishthira face regarding the killing of his own kin during the Kurukshetra War?

a) Whether to prioritize familial bonds over duty to righteousness

b) Whether to negotiate peace instead of engaging in war

c) Whether to seek forgiveness for past wrongs or continue the cycle of violence

d) Whether to follow his own moral code or obey Krishna's commands

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24. What ethical dilemma does Bhima face regarding his duty to protect his family versus his duty as a warrior during the Kurukshetra War?

a) Whether to prioritize his own safety or that of his brothers

b) Whether to fight for righteousness or personal gain

c) Whether to reveal his identity to the enemy or maintain secrecy

d) Whether to seek revenge or forgiveness for past injustices

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25. What numismatic evidence supports the historicity of the Mahabharata?

a) Coins bearing images of Mahabharata characters found in archaeological sites.

b) Ancient texts describing the use of coins during the Mahabharata period.

c) Inscriptions on coins mentioning events from the Mahabharata.

d) Coin hoards discovered in regions associated with the epic's events.

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26. What role does Yudhishthira play in the Rajasuya Yajna conducted by Yudhishthira?

a) He serves as the chief priest overseeing the rituals.

b) He participates in the ceremonial horse sacrifice.

c) He invites kings from various kingdoms to attend the event.

d) He hosts the grand feast for the assembled guests.

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27. Who served as the charioteer for Arjuna during the Kurukshetra War?

a) Krishna

b) Bhishma

c) Dronacharya

d) Karna

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28. Who is the founder of the city of Hastinapura in the Mahabharata?

a) Yudhishthira

b) Bhishma

c) King Hastin

d) Dronacharya

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29. What did Arjuna initially feel upon seeing his kinsmen on the battlefield before the Kurukshetra War?

a) Fear and anxiety

b) Excitement and anticipation

c) Indifference and detachment

d) Anger and vengeance

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30. Which scientific approach studies the hydrological systems and ancient river courses mentioned in the Mahabharata to establish their existence in the past?

a) Hydrology

b) Genetics

c) Archaeoastronomy

d) Epigraphy

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Mahabharata Online Test

This 'Mahabharata Online Test' covers questions on various Mahabharata characters, including Krishna, Karna, Arjuna, Bhima, Draupadi, and more. The lessons encompass humanity, loyalty, patience, strength, beliefs, and friendship.

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