Multiple choice general knowledge

Bhishma means

  1. the spinster

  2. the ultimate one

  3. the most terrible one

  4. the deadly warrior
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Bhishma means 'the terrible one' or 'the dreadful one' (from Sanskrit 'bhishma'). His original name was Devavrata, but he earned the name Bhishma after taking the terrible vow of celibacy and lifelong loyalty to his father's throne.

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