School of computer science and Engineering
Department of science and Application
Subject-IKS, Indian Epics
Subject code-NCA101
Subject Teacher-Mr. Vivek Nakhate Sir
CIA-3 Presentation
On
karna
By
Mr. Ayush kumar Jha
FY BCA
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Title:
• Karna: The Tragic Hero of the
Mahabharata
Introduction to Karna
• Karna, also known as Radheya, is one of the central
characters of the Mahabharata.
• Born to Kunti and Surya, he was raised by a
charioteer’s family and faced societal rejection.
• Known for his unmatched skills in archery,
generosity, and loyalty, Karna's life is one of tragedy,
honor, and complexity.
Birth and Early
Life
• Birth: Karna was born to Kunti
through a boon she received
from Sage Durvasa, allowing her
to invoke any god. She invoked
Surya, the Sun God, and Karna
was born with divine armor
(Kavacha) and earrings
(Kundala).
• Kunti, unmarried at the time,
abandoned him due to societal
shame. He was found and raised
by Adhiratha (a charioteer) and
his wife Radha.
Karna’s Education and Training
• Training with Parashurama: Karna sought martial
training and became a disciple of the great warrior
sage Parashurama.
• Skills: He was trained in archery, warfare, and divine
weapons, becoming one of the greatest warriors of
his time.
• However, Parashurama cursed him when he
discovered Karna's low social status, as he believed
only Brahmins could learn from him.
Friendship with Duryodhana
• Karna’s greatest bond was with Duryodhana, the
eldest Kaurava. Duryodhana accepted him as a
friend, despite Karna's low birth, and made him the
king of Anga.
• In return, Karna swore eternal loyalty to
Duryodhana, even though he knew his true heritage
and his rightful place with the Pandavas.
• Loyalty: His friendship with Duryodhana would
define Karna’s actions, especially his decision to
fight against his own brothers.
• Draupadi's Insult: During the dice game, Karna
insulted Draupadi, calling her a "whore." In
The Curse retaliation, Draupadi cursed Karna, predicting
his death at the hands of his own destiny—when
of Draupadi he would be helpless and unable to use his
divine weapons.
• This curse would later play a critical role in his
downfall in the war.
Karna’s True Identity
• Karna remained unaware of his royal lineage for much of his life.
• Kunti's Revelation: Before the Kurukshetra War, Kunti revealed
to Karna that he was her first-born and the eldest of the Pandavas.
• Despite this revelation, Karna refused to join the Pandavas,
remaining loyal to Duryodhana, and choosing his friendship over
his bloodline.
The Kurukshetra War and Key Battles
• Karna vs. Arjuna: One of the central rivalries in the
Mahabharata. Karna and Arjuna were equal in skill,
but their contrasting loyalties made their battles
more emotionally charged.
• Killing of Abhimanyu: Karna played a key role in the
death of Arjuna’s son, Abhimanyu, by using unfair
tactics.
• Final Battle: In his final battle with Arjuna, Karna’s
chariot wheel got stuck in the mud, and he was
unable to defend himself. He was killed by Arjuna,
with the guidance of Lord Krishna.
Karna’s Virtues and
Tragedy
• Generosity (Daan): Karna is
known for his extreme generosity.
He gave away his divine armor,
earrings, and other possessions,
often at great personal cost.
• Loyalty: His unwavering loyalty to
Duryodhana, despite knowing the
moral wrongs of his actions,
makes Karna a tragic figure.
• Fate and Honor: Karna’s life
highlights the complexity of fate,
honor, and duty, leading to his
eventual tragic death.
Conclusion
Karna is remembered as one of the greatest warriors and a tragic hero
who, despite his virtues, was bound by fate and loyalty.
His story speaks to the human struggles of identity, morality, and duty,
making him one of the most revered and tragic figures in Indian
mythology.
Legacy: Karna’s legacy endures as a symbol of courage, loyalty, and
the complex interplay of fate and personal choice.
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