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The first complete English translation of the Mahabharata was done by _____ in the 19th century.

  1. Kisari Mohan Ganguli
  2. Max Müller
  3. William Jones
  4. Arthur Ryder

Answer: Kisari Mohan Ganguli

Kisari Mohan Ganguli published the first complete English prose translation of the Mahabharata between 1883-1896. His 12-volume work remains a key reference for scholars and general readers.

Topic Literature - Epics Translation
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC