Kaurab

The Kauravas (Sanskrit: कौरव, IAST: Kaurava) are a major lineage in the Indian epic Mahabharata. They are the descendants of Kuru, a legendary king of the Bharata dynasty. More specifically, they are the hundred sons of King Dhritarashtra and Queen Gandhari.

The eldest Kaurava was Duryodhana, and other prominent brothers include Dushasana, Vikarna, and Chitrasena. The Kauravas are primarily portrayed as antagonists in the Mahabharata, driven by greed and envy of their cousins, the Pandavas. Their attempts to usurp the Pandavas' rightful inheritance and their role in the disastrous Kurukshetra War form a central conflict in the epic.

While traditionally viewed as the villains of the story, some interpretations also explore the complexities of their characters and motivations, highlighting their loyalty to each other and their father. Nevertheless, their actions, ultimately culminating in their defeat and death at Kurukshetra, serve as a cautionary tale against ambition, injustice, and the consequences of unrighteous behavior.