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Who was King Krishnadeva Raya?
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King Krishnadeva Raya ruled the Vijayanagara Empire from 1509 to 1529 CE. He was a wise and powerful ruler, a patron of learning, a warrior, and a poet.
What does the title Ashtadiggajas mean in the chapter context?
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Ashtadiggajas is the collective name for the eight celebrated poets in Krishnadeva Raya’s court. Allasani Peddana and Tenali Ramakrishna were among them.
Why was Tenali Ramakrishna special in the king’s court?
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Tenali Ramakrishna was known for his quick wit and humour. He was both a poet and a witty advisor, so he could solve difficult problems with clever thinking.
What was the quarrel between the king and the queen about?
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The king quarrelled with Queen Thirumalambal over a trivial matter. He stopped speaking to her for weeks after thinking that her yawning during his poem was disrespectful.
Why did Queen Thirumalambal yawn while the king recited his poem?
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She yawned because she was exhausted after a tiring day, not because she wanted to insult the king or his poem.
Why did the queen seek Tenali Rama’s help?
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She was upset because the king had stopped speaking to her for weeks. She believed only Tenali Rama could help the king understand the truth and end the quarrel.
What does strategy mean in Rama’s reply to the queen?
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Strategy means a plan. Rama said he needed a well-planned approach before solving the matter, which shows that wit can be thoughtful and careful, not only fast.
What problem was being discussed in the royal court the next morning?
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The court discussion was about improving paddy cultivation in the empire. Ministers and courtiers suggested different ways to improve the harvest.
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