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Bhishma’s Dramatic Abduction
- Bhishma attends the svayamvara and forcibly takes Amba, Ambika, and Ambalika to Hastinapur.
- He defeats the Kashi warriors and returns the princesses amid scandal and humiliation for Kashi.
Amba’s Rejection and Vow
- Amba reveals she loved Prince Salva and was intended for him, so Bhishma returns her to Salva with honour.
- Salva and Amba's father both reject her, and Amba curses Bhishma, vowing to find a way to kill him.
Use Niyoga To Protect The Lineage
- Satyavati decides to preserve the Kuru line using niyoga after Vichitravirya dies childless.
- She asks Bhishma to arrange for Vyasa to father heirs for Ambika and Ambalika.
