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The original name of Mahabharata is:
Question

The original name of Mahabharata is:

A.

Jaya Samhita

B.

Shiva Samhita

C.

Bhrigu Samhita

D.

Sushruta Samhita

Correct option is A


The correct answer is (a) Jaya Samhita.
· The original name of the Mahabharata is believed to be Jaya or Jaya Samhita.
· Initially, it was a shorter text focused on the core narrative of the Kurukshetra War and the concepts of dharma, which later expanded into the Mahabharata as we know it.
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· Shiva Samhita: A classical text on yoga, not related to the Mahabharata.
· Bhrigu Samhita: An ancient astrological text attributed to the sage Bhrigu.
· Sushruta Samhita: An ancient text on medicine and surgery attributed to Sushruta.

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