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Three Questions — Syllabus

Maharashtra Board · Class 10 · English

What Three Questions covers in Maharashtra Board Class 10 English: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Topics include Core Idea and Theme, Characters.

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4 Topics · Maharashtra Board Class 10 English · 2026-27

Topics in Three Questions

1

Core Idea and Theme

  • The king wants to know the right time for every action, the most necessary people, and the most important thing to do.
  • The learned people give different answers, but none satisfy the king.
  • The hermit does not answer directly at first; the king learns through his actions.
2

Characters and Their Roles

  • The King is curious, thoughtful, and willing to learn.
  • The Hermit is wise, patient, and silent at first.
  • The Bearded Man is the king’s enemy, badly wounded, and later becomes loyal to him.
3

Plot in Sequence

  • The king announces a reward for anyone who can answer his three questions.
  • Learned people offer different answers to each question, but the king accepts none.
  • The king disguises himself as a commoner and goes to the hermit.
4

Themes and Message

  • The value of the present moment: now is the only time when we have power.
  • The importance of the person before us: the most necessary person is the one with whom we are.
  • The duty to do good: helping the person in front of us is the most important thing.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Tolstoy's parable of a king seeking the answers to three life questions and discovering them through action, compassion, and the present moment

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Three Questions for Maharashtra Board Class 10 English?
Key topics in Three Questions include Core Idea and Theme, Characters and Their Roles, Plot in Sequence, Themes and Message. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Maharashtra Board Class 10 board exam.
How should I revise Three Questions for the Maharashtra Board Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 40 practice questions on Three Questions. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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