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How did Birbal know who was the real king?

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Emperor Akbar once ruled over India. He was a wise and intelligent ruler, and he had in his court the Nine Gems, his nine advisors, who were each known for a particular skill. One of these Gems was Birbal, known for his wit and wisdom. The story below is one of the examples of his wit. Do you have it in you to find out the answer?

The King of a distant land had heard that Birbal was one of the wisest men in the East and so desired to meet Birbal. He sent Birbal an invitation to visit his country.

In due course, Birbal arrived in the distant kingdom. When he entered the palace he was flabbergasted to find not one but six kings seated there. All looked alike. All were dressed in kingly robes. Who was the real king?

The very next moment he got his answer. Confidently, he approached the king and bowed to him.

How did Birbal know who was the real king?

posted Dec 8, 2014 by Saif Khanam

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Birbal replied “Your Majesty, the other Kings were watching you closely and trying to imitate you but you on the other hand, were sitting calm, cool and relaxed. So I guessed you were the Real King. A commoner will always look up to his king for support”.

The King was surprised at the wit and common sense of Birbal. He praised Birbal in his court and showered him with rich gifts and jewels. Birbal came back to the court of Akbar and reported his great experience. Birbal had once again made Akbar proud.

answer Dec 9, 2014 by Vrije Mani Upadhyay



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