Sauptika Parva of Mahabharata explores revenge, justifying it through Aswathama's tragic decision to harm Pandavas' children.

The plan was successful and the grief-stricken Drona was soon killed in battle by Dhrishtadyumna, son of King Drupada. Illustration: Dilip Kadam The news of the Pandavas’ trickery and his father ...