Multiple choice general knowledge culture

Whom did Duryodhana trick into joining his side before the war?

  1. Susharma

  2. Shalya

  3. Yuyutsu

  4. Jayadratha
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Explanation

Shalya, the king of Madra and maternal uncle of Nakula and Sahadeva, was tricked by Duryodhana into fighting for the Kaurava side. Duryodhana treated Shalya with great hospitality during his journey, and when Shalya offered him a boon, Duryodhana asked for his support in the war. Shalya, bound by his promise, had to fight against the Pandavas and eventually became Karna's charioteer.

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