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NIOS · Class 12 · English
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What is the Hitopadesha, and what is the significance of 'The Crow and the Deer' within it?
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The Hitopadesha is an ancient Sanskrit text containing moral and instructional stories. 'The Crow and the Deer' is the second story from Book 1, titled 'Mitralabha' (How to gain a friend). It teaches …
Describe the initial friendship between the crow (Su-buddhi) and the deer (Chitrang). What makes their bond strong?
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The crow Su-buddhi and the deer Chitrang share an enduring friendship that is as lasting as the ancient trees surrounding them in the Champakvati forest of Magadh Desh. Their bond is built on genuine …
Who is Kshudra-buddhi (the jackal), and what are his true intentions when he approaches the deer?
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Kshudra-buddhi is a cunning and deceitful jackal whose name literally means 'small wit' in Sanskrit. When he encounters the healthy, plump deer in the forest, he becomes tempted to make the deer his m…
What warning does the crow give to the deer about the jackal, and what example does he use to illustrate his point?
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The crow warns the deer: 'Don't shelter the one you are unfamiliar with whose family and character [you don't know].' He illustrates this warning with the tale of an innocent old vulture (Jaradgave) a…
Define 'Su-buddhi' and 'Kshudra-buddhi.' What do these Sanskrit names reveal about the characters?
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'Su-buddhi' means 'noble wit' or 'good sense' in Sanskrit, representing the crow's wisdom, foresight, and moral intelligence. 'Kshudra-buddhi' means 'small wit' or 'petty mind,' reflecting the jackal'…
Explain the jackal's argument in response to the crow's warning. What is his main point?
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The jackal argues that the crow himself was a stranger to the deer when they first met, yet their friendship deepened over time. He questions: 'Even your family and character were not known to the dee…
What is the deer's response to the debate between the crow and the jackal? What does this reveal about his character?
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The deer seeks to end the debate by saying: 'This debate is unnecessary. Let's all live together with faith, friendship and affection because, None is none's either friend or foe, It's only behaviour …
How does the jackal lure the deer into the trap? Describe the trap and the deer's predicament.
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The jackal tells the deer: 'In this forest, there is a lush and fertile field of grains. I will lead you there and show the same.' The deer begins visiting the field daily to graze on the grains. Even…
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