Multiple choice general knowledge culture

Which weapon was used by Arjun to defend against Ashwathama's Brahamastra?

  1. Brahama Astra

  2. Agni Astra

  3. Pashupati Astra

  4. Narayana Astra

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Pashupatastra (Pashupati Astra) is correct. When Ashwathama unleashed the Brahmastra, Arjuna countered it with the Pashupatastra, which he had received from Lord Shiva. This is described in the Mahabharata's Ashvamedhika Parva.