How many warriors did each elephant carry in the war?
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0
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7
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8
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9
According to the Mahabharata description of military formations, each elephant carried seven warriors - the mahout (elephant driver) and six fighters. This included warriors armed with bows, spears, and other weapons who would attack from the elevated platform on the elephant's back. The elephant itself was also a weapon, trampling enemies and breaking enemy lines.
To answer this question, we need to understand the context of the war and the role of elephants in warfare.
Historically, elephants were used in warfare as powerful and intimidating animals. They were often trained to carry soldiers or warriors on their backs and charge into battle. The number of warriors that an elephant could carry depended on various factors such as the size and strength of the elephant, as well as the training and equipment of the warriors.
In the given question, the correct answer is B) 7. This means that each elephant carried 7 warriors in the war.