Page 1: Introduction to the Mahabharata
Overview: The Mahabharata is an ancient Indian epic attributed to the sage Vyasa, one of
the longest epics in world literature.
Historical Context: Discuss its historical significance in Indian culture, religious influence, and
impact on art and philosophy.
Themes: Good vs. evil, dharma (duty), karma (action), family loyalty, and the complexities of
human nature.
Page 2: Key Characters
Pandavas: Yudhishthira, Bhima, Arjuna, Nakula, Sahadeva.
Kauravas: Duryodhana, along with his 99 brothers.
Krishna: The divine charioteer and guide to Arjuna.
Other notable characters: Bhishma, Karna, Draupadi, Dronacharya, and Kunti.
Page 3: The Kuru Dynasty and Background
Origin: Discuss the origins of the Kuru dynasty, and key ancestors like King Shantanu, Ganga,
and Bhishma.
Family Conflict: The story of Shantanu’s descendants leading to the rivalry between the
Pandavas and Kauravas.
Page 4: The Dice Game and Draupadi's Humiliation
Game of Dice: Yudhishthira loses his kingdom, wealth, and brothers in a game of dice
orchestrated by Shakuni.
Draupadi’s Humiliation: How Draupadi is humiliated and vows revenge, setting the stage for
the great war.
Page 5: Exile and Preparation for War
Pandavas' Exile: The 13-year exile, including a year in disguise.
Alliances and Armies: How the Pandavas and Kauravas gather their allies in preparation for
battle.
Page 6: The Bhagavad Gita
Setting: On the battlefield, Arjuna hesitates to fight and questions the morality of war.
Krishna’s Teachings: The discourse on dharma, karma, and the concept of duty without
attachment.
Page 7: The Great War – Kurukshetra
Overview of the Battle: The war lasts for 18 days, with various strategies, betrayals, and
significant losses on both sides.
Notable Duels: Key fights such as Bhima vs. Duryodhana, Arjuna vs. Karna, and
Dronacharya's tragic end.
Page 8: The End of the Kauravas
Fall of the Kauravas: Discusses how Duryodhana and his allies are ultimately defeated.
Karna's Sacrifice: The death of Karna, his identity revealed, and its emotional impact on the
Pandavas.
Page 9: Aftermath and Yudhishthira's Rule
Aftermath of the War: The toll it takes on the survivors, especially on the Pandavas and
Dhritarashtra.
Yudhishthira’s Reign: His sense of guilt and responsibility as king and the eventual
renouncement of the throne.
Page 10: The Pandavas' Final Journey and Conclusion
The Journey: The Pandavas’ pilgrimage to the Himalayas, seeking moksha (liberation).
Legacy: Reflect on the Mahabharata’s lessons, its enduring relevance, and its universal
themes.
