What would happen if Karna supported Pandavas?

Yudhisthira would have gifted throne to Karna, And Karna would have given that to Duryodhana to Payoff his debt. If the Pandavas would have known that Karna is their brother, Arjuna could have killed him because of the known blood relation.

Why did Karna help Duryodhana?

Using the boon granted to him by Dhritarashtra, Duryodhana made Karna king of Anga so that he was regarded as Arjuna’s equal. Karna pledged his allegiance and friendship to Duryodhana. Duryodhana sincerely believed that Karna was superior to Arjuna, and would defeat his four brothers.

Why didnt Karna join Pandavas?

Karna always wanted respect for himself, which he was denied because he was a Suta-putra. Someone, for the first and only time in his life, fought for him, even though for selfish interests. Karna was indebted to Duryodhana for life for this investment of his.

Was Duryodhana on Karna’s side or Pandava’s side?

If Karna was on the Pandava’s side – Duryodhana would not have gone to war with them. If Karna merely refused to participate in the war Duryodhana would not have gone to war! Duryodhana – had all the skills he needed – the Calvary – strongest and the most shrewd warriors were siding with him.

How did Karna fight as an Adhiratha?

His mace was covered in blood and flesh as he scorched the ranks of Duryodhana’s army. He then ascended his chariot and proceeded behind Arjuna toward the place where Karna was engaged in combat. Karna was exhibiting the full qualities of an adhiratha. He was singlehandedly fighting the great warriors of the Pandava army.

Why did Duryodhana wage war against the Pandavas?

Karna is the reason why Duryodhana waged war against the Pandavas without giving it a second thought! Duryodhana was well aware of Karna’s prowess ! He knew that if there’s someone who can give Pandavas a run for their money it is Karna!

Did everyone accept Karna as the king?

Everyone could have accepted Karna as the king and he was anyway the eldest. Or it could have been split in some acceptable way. The war takes place- Originally Karna entered the war only on the 11th day after Bhishma had been put on the bed of arrows.