Mahabharata Quiz - Test Your Knowledge of the Epic Tale

Mahabharata Quiz

Embark on an exciting quiz adventure to test your knowledge of one of the greatest stories ever told. From the heroic battles of Kurukshetra to the wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita, the Mahabharata is a treasure trove of mythology, philosophy, and history.

Our quiz is designed for everyone—whether you're a seasoned scholar or a curious beginner. With each question, you'll uncover fascinating details about the characters, events, and teachings of this timeless classic.

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Who is considered the author of the Mahabharata?

• a) Valmiki
• b) Vyasa
• c) Tulsidas
• d) Kalidasa

Which kingdom did the Pandavas and Kauravas belong to?

• a) Kashi
• b) Hastinapura
• c) Magadha
• d) Kalinga

Who was the eldest Pandava brother?

• a) Bhima
• b) Arjuna
• c) Yudhishthira
• d) Nakula

What is the name of Arjuna's divine bow?

• a) Pashupatastra
• b) Brahmastra
• c) Gandiva
• d) Vaishnavastra

Who was the teacher (guru) of the Pandavas and Kauravas?

• a) Dronacharya
• b) Kripacharya
• c) Bhishma
• d) Vidura

What was the name of the blind king of Hastinapura?

• a) Dhritarashtra
• b) Shantanu
• c) Pandu
• d) Dharmaraja

Who was the mother of the Kauravas?

• a) Kunti
• b) Gandhari
• c) Draupadi
• d) Subhadra

Which Pandava prince had a special bond with Lord Krishna?

• a) Arjuna
• b) Bhima
• c) Nakula
• d) Sahadeva

How many chapters are there in the Bhagavad Gita, a sacred conversation in the Mahabharata?

• a) 12
• b) 18
• c) 24
• d) 108

Who was the main antagonist in the Mahabharata?

• a) Duryodhana
• b) Shakuni
• c) Karna
• d) Shishupala

What was the condition of the Pandavas during the game of dice (dyutakrida) in which they lost their kingdom?

• a) Blindfolded
• b) Disguised as commoners
• c) Deaf and mute
• d) Standing on one leg

Who served as the charioteer of Arjuna during the Kurukshetra War?

• a) Duryodhana
• b) Bhishma
• c) Lord Krishna
• d) Vidura

What was Arjuna's dilemma before the Kurukshetra War, leading to the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita?

• a) He was unsure of his warrior skills
• b) He was in love with Draupadi and couldn't fight against her family
• c) He was torn between loyalty to his family and duty as a warrior
• d) He had a prophecy of his own death in the war

How did Bhishma fall in the battle of Kurukshetra?

• a) Killed by Arjuna
• b) Killed by Bhima
• c) Killed by Duryodhana
• d) Did not fall; he chose the time of his death

Who misrepresented the news of Ashwathamma's death to his father Dronacharya, which led to Drona's death?

• a) Yudhishthira
• b) Arjuna
• c) Bhima
• d) Krishna

Which Kaurava prince was famous for his skill with the mace (gada)?

• a) Duryodhana
• b) Karna
• c) Dushasana
• d) Dronacharya

What was the name of the bow contest that Princess Draupadi won, leading to her marriage with the Pandavas?

• a) Swayamvara of Kunti
• b) Swayamvara of Gandhari
• c) Swayamvara of Draupadi
• d) Swayamvara of Subhadra

Who was the father of Lord Krishna?

• a) Vasudeva
• b) Nanda
• c) Devaki
• d) Yashoda

Which celestial weapon was used by Arjuna to kill Karna in the Kurukshetra War?

• a) Brahmastra
• b) Agneyastra
• c) Narayanastra
• d) Pashupatastra

Who performed penance (tapasya) to obtain the boon of having a hundred sons?

• a) Draupadi
• b) Kunti
• c) Gandhari
• d) Subhadra

Who narrated the entire story of the Mahabharata to Lord Ganesha, who wrote it down as Vyasa recited?

• a) Lord Krishna
• b) Lord Shiva
• c) Brahma
• d) Indra

Which of the following characters was not a part of the main Pandava brothers?

• a) Sahadeva
• b) Arjuna
• c) Bhima
• d) Karna

Who was the mother of Lord Karna?

• a) Kunti
• b) Draupadi
• c) Radha
• d) Gandhari

In which kingdom did Lord Krishna rule?

• a) Dwarka
• b) Mathura
• c) Ayodhya
• d) Kashi

How many days did the Kurukshetra War last?

• a) 13 days
• b) 16 days
• c) 18 days
• d) 21 days

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All Mahabharata Quiz Questions

1. Who is considered the author of the Mahabharata?
2. Which kingdom did the Pandavas and Kauravas belong to?
3. Who was the eldest Pandava brother?
4. What is the name of Arjuna's divine bow?
5. Who was the teacher (guru) of the Pandavas and Kauravas?
6. What was the name of the blind king of Hastinapura?
7. Who was the mother of the Kauravas?
8. Which Pandava prince had a special bond with Lord Krishna?
9. How many chapters are there in the Bhagavad Gita, a sacred conversation in the Mahabharata?
10. Who was the main antagonist in the Mahabharata?
11. What was the condition of the Pandavas during the game of dice (dyutakrida) in which they lost their kingdom?
12. Who served as the charioteer of Arjuna during the Kurukshetra War?
13. What was Arjuna's dilemma before the Kurukshetra War, leading to the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita?
14. How did Bhishma fall in the battle of Kurukshetra?
15. Who misrepresented the news of Ashwathamma's death to his father Dronacharya, which led to Drona's death?
16. Which Kaurava prince was famous for his skill with the mace (gada)?
17. What was the name of the bow contest that Princess Draupadi won, leading to her marriage with the Pandavas?
18. Who was the father of Lord Krishna?
19. Which celestial weapon was used by Arjuna to kill Karna in the Kurukshetra War?
20. Who performed penance (tapasya) to obtain the boon of having a hundred sons?
21. Who narrated the entire story of the Mahabharata to Lord Ganesha, who wrote it down as Vyasa recited?
22. Which of the following characters was not a part of the main Pandava brothers?
23. Who was the mother of Lord Karna?
24. In which kingdom did Lord Krishna rule?
25. How many days did the Kurukshetra War last?