Mahabharata and Ramayana are important Indian epics from "summary" of India: The Ancient Past by Burjor Avari
The Mahabharata and Ramayana are two ancient Indian epics that hold immense significance in Indian culture and history. These epics are not just mere stories, but rather they are sacred texts that embody the values, beliefs, and traditions of the Indian people. The Mahabharata, attributed to the sage Vyasa, is a vast epic that contains over 100,000 verses and is considered one of the longest epics in the world. It tells the story of the great Kurukshetra War between the Pandavas and Kauravas, two branches of the same royal family. The Ramayana, attributed to the sage Valmiki, is another ancient Indian epic that narrates the life and adventures of Lord Rama, his wife Sita, and his loyal companion Hanuman. These epics are not just works of literature, but they are also considered sources of moral and ethical guidance for the Indian people. The characters in ...
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