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The Character of Draupadi: A Detailed Study

Draupadi is the heroine of the Mahabharata. She is the princess of Panchala who ends up becoming the common wife of the five Pandava brothers. In this post, we will study in detail the character of Draupadi. (For a comprehensive resource on Draupadi, see Draupadi: 50+ Questions about the Mahabharata …

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What are the Other Names of Draupadi?

Draupadi is widely considered the main heroine of the Mahabharata. She is the princess of Panchala, and is given in marriage to the five sons of Pandu – the Pandavas. Draupadi is known in the Mahabharata by various names. In this post, we will answer the question: What are the …

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How did Draupadi die?

The death of Draupadi is one of the most important episodes of the Mahabharata. It occurs thirty six years after the Pandavas win the war of Kurukshetra, during the Mahaprasthanika Parva. In this post, we will answer the question: How did Draupadi die? Draupadi falls to her death soon after …

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Why is Draupadi called Pativrata?

Draupadi is the most prominent female character in the Mahabharata. Her given name at birth is Krishnaa, but since she is the daughter of Drupada she is called Draupadi. She is also known as Panchali – or the ‘daughter of Panchala’. Draupadi is often considered the primary reason for the …

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Why did Krishna allow Draupadi Vastraharan?

Draupadi is the most prominent female character in the Mahabharata. Her given name at birth is Krishnaa, but since she is the daughter of Drupada she is called Draupadi. She is also known as Panchali – or the ‘daughter of Panchala’. Draupadi is often considered the primary reason for the …

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