Why did Draupadi marry Arjuna and not Indraprastha?

Draupadi and Arjuna’s marriage lead her to marry other four Pandavas as well, thus it was not really a happy marriage. Her condition on marrying them was that neither of the Pandavas could marry any number of women but none could bring them to their city, Indraprastha.

What was the condition on marrying the Pandavas of Draupadi?

Her condition on marrying them was that neither of the Pandavas could marry any number of women but none could bring them to their city, Indraprastha. Now, it is well known that Arjuna had many wives beside Draupadi. Out of all, known are Chitrangada, Uloopi and Subhadra.

How did Arjuna and Subhadra get married?

At the end of Arjuna’s pilgrimage, Krishna advised him to visit Dwaraka and meet him, in disguise he did and soon saw Subhadra and at once fell in love with her. He had a strong desire to marry her. When Subhadra becomes of age, Balarama suggests her as a bride to Duryodhana who was his favourite pupil.

Why Krishna gave the idea of abducting Subhadra to Arjun?

Krishna ensured that he kept adding fire to this fervent love for Arjun because he was the only one who knew that Subhadra had a destiny which she had to fulfil and that was only possible if she married Arjun. So the whole idea of abducting Subhadra was given to Arjun by Krishna. Marital relations were never meant to overwhelm one’s life.

How many wives did Arjuna have?

Now, it is well known that Arjuna had many wives beside Draupadi. Out of all, known are Chitrangada, Uloopi and Subhadra. Draupadi and Arjuna’s marriage is known, Chitrangada’a marriage with Arjuna is also known but the story is interesting. The mighty Arjuna was attracted to Chitrangada’s masculine structure and fierce character.

How was the way to Armoury linked to Draupadi and Yudhishthira’s chambers?

The way to armoury’s way was linked to Draupadi and Yudhishthira’s chambers. He had to bear the Punishment and was banished to 12 years of exile. In his exile, he learnt how to use the Brhmastra, met many teachers who imparted him with precious and exclusive knowledge.