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How many days did Mahabharata war last?

Mahabharata war lasted for eighteen days.

Is Bhagavad Gita an Upanishad?

Bhagavad Gita is called Smriti - Upanishad. It is a combination of both Smriti and Upanishad. Upnishads reveal the secrets of the universe. Smritis are rule books of religious life. Smritis do not give the reason behind a particular rule. The reason should be searched for in the Veda / Upanishad. Bhagavad Gita gives both the rule and its reason at one place. Hence it is called a Smriti - Upanishad.