Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Ancient India: Kings, Farmers and Towns

Question:

How did the people in the forest welcome the Pandya chief as mentioned in the legendary tale of the Silappadikaram?

Options:

By singing and dancing down the mountain

By erecting a grand palace for him

By organizing a hunting competition

By offering him gold and silver coins

Correct Answer:

By singing and dancing down the mountain

Explanation:

In the legendary tale of the Silappadikaram, an epic written in Tamil, the forest witnessed a momentous occasion as the esteemed Pandya chief Senguttuvan decided to visit the forest.
As word of his arrival spread, the forest dwellers, brimming with joy and admiration, descended from the lofty mountains, forming a vibrant procession of song and dance to welcome their distinguished guest. This spectacle mirrored the respect shown by the vanquished to a triumphant king.
In a gesture of utmost reverence, the forest inhabitants presented an array of valuable gifts.
As the forest's bounty unfurled, an assortment of luscious fruits, medicinal plants, and nourishing crops were laid before the esteemed visitor.
The forest, basking in the joy of this momentous occasion, celebrated the Pandya chief Senguttuvan with unparalleled grace and abundance.