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The Thief's Story — Syllabus

Madhya Pradesh Board · Class 10 · English

What The Thief's Story covers in Madhya Pradesh Board Class 10 English: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Topics include Plot Overview, Characters.

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An illustration showing Hari Singh, a 15-year-old experienced thief, observing Anil, a 25-year-old lean, easy-going man watching a wrestling match. Hari Singh is planning to gain Anil's confidence.
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4 Topics · Madhya Pradesh Board Class 10 English · 2026-27

Topics in The Thief's Story

1

Plot Overview

  • Hari Singh is a 15-year-old experienced thief when he meets Anil.
  • He introduces himself with a false name and tries to gain Anil's confidence.
  • Anil is tall, lean, about 25 years old, easy-going, kind, and simple.
2

Characters

  • Hari Singh is the narrator, a 15-year-old experienced thief.
  • He is clever, observant, dishonest at first, but capable of change.
  • He takes a new name every month to stay ahead of the police and former employers.
3

Themes and Message

  • Trust is the strongest theme of the story.
  • Anil trusts Hari Singh completely, and this trust changes the thief.
  • The story shows that education can be more valuable than quick money.
4

Setting and Key Events

  • The story is set in early November at night.
  • The weather is chilly, with light drizzle and later heavy rain.
  • The narrator sits in the maidan and later in the shelter of the clock tower.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Trust, change, and the value of education in Hari Singh's meeting with Anil

Hari SinghAnilTrustTheft and escapeEducationCharacter reactionsSettingTransformation

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The Thief's Story for Madhya Pradesh Board Class 10 English?
Key topics in The Thief's Story include Plot Overview, Characters, Themes and Message, Setting and Key Events. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Madhya Pradesh Board Class 10 board exam.
How should I revise The Thief's Story for the Madhya Pradesh Board Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on The Thief's Story. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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