Multiple choice general knowledge culture

With how many women did Shri Krishna play during "Maharas" ?

  1. 1600

  2. 16000

  3. 10000

  4. 1008
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B Correct answer
Explanation

According to Hindu mythology and texts like the Bhagavata Purana, Shri Krishna performed the Raas Lila (Maharas) with 16,000 gopis (milkmaids) in Vrindavan. The number 16,000 represents the gopis who were devotees, symbolizing divine love. The number 16008 specifically refers to his principal consorts after rescuing them from demon Narakasura.

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