Question

Why do historians analyse familial values and kinship of Mahabharata? Explain.

Answer 1

1. Historians have examined the Mahabharata's familial ideals and kinship because they reveal information about ancient Indian civilization.
2. The patriliny and the succession conflict between two fighting cousins are discussed in the Mahabharata. It sheds light on clashing ideologies, fighting tactics, and various philosophies.
3. The Mahabharata's Adi Parvan uses the tale of Drona and Eklavya to illustrate how Brahmana relates to other varnas. The Pandava-Draupadi marriage and the Bhima-Hidimba marriage illustrate the various types of marriage that were common in ancient Indian civilization.