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Duhshala

The only sister to the hundred Kaurava brothers. She was married to Jayadratha, the king of Sindhu.

First appears in Adi Parva (Canto 1)

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Parva Appearances

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Understanding this Character

Parva refers to a book or section of the Mahabharata. The epic consists of 18 main Parvas, each covering major portions of the story. Characters often appear across multiple Parvas as the narrative progresses.

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Duhshala
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Understanding Relationships

The Mahabharata features complex family trees with both divine and mortal lineages. Many characters have divine parentage (gods fathering children) through the practice of niyoga or divine boons. Click on any character to explore their full profile and connections.

Lesser-Known Facts

  • After Jayadratha's death, Arjuna spared her grandson's life out of respect for her.