Question :

Which word does Lord Kṛṣṇa use in 10.53.3 to explicitly describe the nature of Rukmiṇī's absolute surrender and devotion to Him alone?

• A) Mṛdhe (मृधे)

• B) Unmathya (उन्मथ्य)

• C) Mat-parām (मत्पराम्)

• D) Edhasaḥ (एधसो)

Posted On : 19-07-2026

Question :

The word tathāham api (तथाहमपि) at the very start of the verse 10.53.2 translates to "In a similar manner, I also...". Kṛṣṇa is directly mirroring Rukmiṇī's feelings here. Which element of Rukmiṇī's letter is He matching?

• A) Her fear of Śiśupāla's massive army.

• B) Her absolute absorption of mind in Him and her sleepless state.

• C) Her desire to go visit the temple of Goddess Ambikā.

• D) Her threat to fast unto death.

Posted On : 18-07-2026

Question :

According to Lord Kṛṣṇa’s direct words to the brāhmaṇa (10.53.2), who is the specific person actively blocking His marriage to Rukmiṇī?

• A) Her father, King Bhīṣmaka

• B) Śiśupāla, the King of Cedi

• C) Her eldest brother, Rukmī 

• D) Emperor Jarāsandha

Posted On : 17-07-2026

Question :

How does Lord Kṛṣṇa describe His own emotional state and attachment toward Rukmiṇī in the verse (10.53.2)?

• A) He states He is neutral but will help her out of a sense of duty (dharma).

• B) He reveals that His mind is completely fixed on her and He cannot even sleep at night .

• C) He mentions that He is too busy protecting Mathurā to think about her constantly.

• D) He explains that He only thinks of her when the brāhmaṇa reminds Him.

Posted On : 16-07-2026

Question :

What is the physical and emotional reaction of Lord Kṛṣṇa (Yadunandanaḥ) immediately after hearing the confidential message from the brāhmaṇa? (10.53.1)

• A) He became filled with deep anxiety, stood up, and called for Balarāma immediately.

• B) He took the brāhmaṇa’s hands in His own, smiled/laughed (prahasan), and began to speak to him.

• C) He silently took the letter, placed it on His head out of respect, and left the room.

• D) He ordered His charioteer Dāruka to prepare His weapons without saying a single word.

Posted On : 15-07-2026

Question :

In the verse (10.53.1), Śukadeva uses the word "vaidarbhyāḥ" (वैदर्भ्या:) to indicate whose message was being heard. Who does this title refer to?

• A) Queen Gandhārī

  B) Princess Rukmiṇī

• C) Satyabhāmā, the daughter of Satrājit

• D) Kuntī, who belonged to the Bhoja dynasty

Posted On : 14-07-2026

Question :

In her letter, what ultimate ultimatum does Rukmini give Krishna if he chooses not to come and rescue her? (10.52)

• A) She will accept her fate and marry Sishupala to honor her family.

• B) She will fast to death, giving up her life turn after turn for hundreds of births until she obtains Him.

• C) She will declare war on her own brother Rukmi.

• D) She will leave the palace and become an ascetic in the forest.

Posted On : 13-07-2026