Subject: Static GK (General Knowledge)
Book: Mahabharata Characters
Gandhari is the princess of Gandhara, married to the blind king Dhritarashtra. Moved by empathy for her husband, Gandhari voluntarily blindfolds herself for life, symbolizing deep marital devotion and sacrifice.
### Family Ties
- **Father**: Subala, King of Gandhara
- **Husband**: Dhritarashtra
- **Children**: 100 Kaurava sons, including Duryodhana, plus one daughter Dushala
- **Brother**: Shakuni
### Act of Blindfolding
- **Reason**: Chooses to share Dhritarashtra’s darkness, a profound gesture of commitment.
- **Impact**: Restricts her own perspective, depending on others for daily tasks.
### Role in the Epic
1. **Mother of Kauravas**: Hopes her sons uphold dharma but often overshadowed by their aggression.
2. **Unheard Voice of Advice**: Occasionally warns Duryodhana, but he seldom heeds her counsel.
3. **After the War**: Grieves the colossal loss of her sons, curses Lord Krishna for not preventing destruction, reflecting her maternal anguish.
Gandhari’s life stands as a testament to unwavering spousal loyalty and the tragic pain of seeing one’s offspring walk down a destructive path. Her blindfold metaphorically shows how devotion can become a form of self-imposed limitation.
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