Scene 1 After the exchange of garlands, Arjuna starts walking with Draupadi, when Karna intercepts them and wants to know if Arjuna is a kshatriya, Arjuna replies he is above the kshatriyas. In fact, kshatriyas come and learn archery and martial weapons from Brahmins like Drona and Parashurama. Having been born in a low caste, Karna does not have a right to question or criticize him. Karna flares up. Karna : Truly learned persons and warriors are beyond caste. How dare you compare yourself with them? You are speaking with so much courage, you cannot be a Bramin. Who are you? Arjuna : I am your sworn enemy. Karna : To call me your sworn enemy, you must be a systematically trained prince. Tell me the truth, who are you? Arjuna : How does it matter who I am? If you have any courage, fight with me and prove yourself to be a kshatriya! Bheema tells Yudhishtra to take Nakula and Sahadeva with him and go home to avoid somebody identifying them, while he would remain and assist Arjuna if
Sun TV Mahabharatham Translated Into English