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Adhiratha
According to the Mahābhārata, Adhiratha (अधिरथ) was a charioteer, and was the foster father of Karna. According to some studies, he was king of Anga, currently the regions around Bhagalpur, Bihar, India; whereas according to others, a charioteer of King Dhritarashtra. According to a third opinion he was both.
References
- A Dictionary of Hindu Mythology & Religion by John Dowson
- Laura Gibbs, Ph.D. Modern Languages MLLL-4993. Indian Epics. Adhiratha
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