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Which significant figure is identified as a ruler during the Treta Yuga?
Which significant figure is identified as a ruler during the Treta Yuga?
- Pururavas (correct)
- Kartavirya Arjuna
- Krishna
- Yayāti
Which descendant of Turvasu is said to have connections to the Mlecchas of Balochistan?
Which descendant of Turvasu is said to have connections to the Mlecchas of Balochistan?
- Yadu
- Anu
- Druhyu
- Turvasu (correct)
Which dynasty is associated with King Puru?
Which dynasty is associated with King Puru?
- Puru dynasty (correct)
- Chandravamsha
- Yaduvamsha
- Gupta dynasty
Who among the following rulers is directly linked to the ancestry of the Pandavas?
Who among the following rulers is directly linked to the ancestry of the Pandavas?
Which lineage includes the descendants of Druhyu?
Which lineage includes the descendants of Druhyu?
King Pururavas was a famous ruler in the ______ Yuga.
King Pururavas was a famous ruler in the ______ Yuga.
Yayati was one of the ancestors of the ______ and the Yaduvamsha.
Yayati was one of the ancestors of the ______ and the Yaduvamsha.
Chandravamsha clan is part of the ______ Dynasty.
Chandravamsha clan is part of the ______ Dynasty.
Druhyu's descendants included the ______ and Shakuni.
Druhyu's descendants included the ______ and Shakuni.
Turvasu's descendants are said to be the ______ of Balochistan.
Turvasu's descendants are said to be the ______ of Balochistan.
Study Notes
Puru and Yadu Dynasties
- Descendants of King Pururavas, a notable ruler in Treta Yuga.
- Pururavas was the son of Ila and Budha.
- Significant members of the dynasties include Yayati, Yadu, Puru, Turvasu, Druhyu, and Anu.
Yayati and Pandavas
- Yayati is recognized as an ancestor of the Pandavas and Yaduvamsha.
- The lineage of Yadu includes notable figures like Krishna and Balarama.
Important Lineages
- Puru's descendants led to the Pandavas and Kauravas, key characters in the Mahabharata.
- Turvasu's descendants are referred to as Mlecchas in Balochistan and Dravidas in South India.
- Druhyu's lineage is associated with the Gandharas, including the infamous Shakuni.
- Anu’s descendants encompass various clans such as Madras, Kekayas, Ushinara, and Shibi.
Notable Ancestors
- King Pururavas plays a pivotal role in ancient Hindu lineage mythology.
- Key figures in the ancestry also include Brahma, Atri, Chandra, and Budha, contributing to the dynastic narratives.
Puru and Yadu Dynasties
- Descendants of King Pururavas, a notable ruler in Treta Yuga.
- Pururavas was the son of Ila and Budha.
- Significant members of the dynasties include Yayati, Yadu, Puru, Turvasu, Druhyu, and Anu.
Yayati and Pandavas
- Yayati is recognized as an ancestor of the Pandavas and Yaduvamsha.
- The lineage of Yadu includes notable figures like Krishna and Balarama.
Important Lineages
- Puru's descendants led to the Pandavas and Kauravas, key characters in the Mahabharata.
- Turvasu's descendants are referred to as Mlecchas in Balochistan and Dravidas in South India.
- Druhyu's lineage is associated with the Gandharas, including the infamous Shakuni.
- Anu’s descendants encompass various clans such as Madras, Kekayas, Ushinara, and Shibi.
Notable Ancestors
- King Pururavas plays a pivotal role in ancient Hindu lineage mythology.
- Key figures in the ancestry also include Brahma, Atri, Chandra, and Budha, contributing to the dynastic narratives.
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Explore the rich lineage of the Puru and Yadu Dynasties, descending from King Pururavas, a legendary figure of the Treta Yuga. This quiz delves into the members and significance of these dynasties as portrayed in Hindu mythology, including key figures like Yayati and their connection to the Pandavas.
