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Which of the Pandavas was not at first willing to help the Kauravas?

Which of the Pandavas was not at first willing to help the Kauravas?

After the death of Pandu and Madri, Kunti brought the Pandavas back to Hastinapur. As children, the Pandavas and Kauravas often played together. However, Bhima (2nd of the Pandavas) was always at odds with the Kauravas, particularly with Duryodhana, who refused to accept the Pandavas as his kin.

Did Kunti went in exile with Pandavas?

Role in the events of Hastinapura However Kunti remained in Hastinapura with are sister in law, Gandhari. When the Pandavas lose the kingdom in a dice game and are forced to go into exile for thirteen years, Kunti is forced by King Dhritarashtra to remain in the capital.

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What was the reason for conflict between Kauravas and Pandavas?

The immediate dispute between the Kauravas (sons of Dhritarashtra) and the Pandavas arose from a game of dice, which Duryodhana won by deceit, forcing his Pandava cousins to transfer their entire territories to the Kauravas (to Hastinapura) and to “go into exile” for thirteen years.

Why did Bhishma take the side of Dhritrashtra against the Kauravas?

Bhishma had sworn an oath to protect the throne of Hastinapur and serve it. Since, it was Dhritrashtra, who was sitting on the throne, Bhishma was bound by his vow to take his side and protect the Kauravas in the war. Drona’s son, Ashwatthama was a good friend of Duryodhan and supported him.

Why did Guru Drona and Bhishma support Kauravas?

Same as bhishma, guru drona’s responsibilities tied to throne. So both had no choice, only to serve the throne of kuru samrajy. Bhishma supported kauravas because he has no other choice he already promised his father that he save the throne and support the ruler,like kattapa in bahubali.

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What happened to the Pandavas after the Great War of Bharatas?

The great war of the Bharatas destroyed all the promise in the world and all the best hope. When it was over, only the Pandavas and a handful of others survived. But their world had changed. Having offered water unto all the deceased friends and relatives, the Pandavas continued to live on the banks of the Ganges for the period of one month.

Who is the mother of Karna and Bhima?

Kunti, originally named Pritha is the daughter of the Yadava Prince Sura, king of the Surasena. She is the consort of King Pandu of Hastinapur and the sister of Vasudeva. She is the mother of Karna, and the first three Pandavas – Yudhishthira, Bhima, and Arjuna. The twins Nakula and Sahadeva were born to Mardi.