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How, according to you, can peace and liberty be maintained in a state?


A state needs peace and liberty to grow more properly. The man who rules the state must understand the problems and needs of the people. But, ironically, most of the states are being ruled by ‘melon’ kings. Neither have they any status or authority nor discretion and judgement. They live on their whims. The real issues never attract any attention or care.

Only a judicious and powerful ruler can bring peace and liberty. But, ironically, the state here possesses a king who has no personality and thinking of his own. He is swayed away by the moods of the masses. The king invites his own death to meet the ends of justice. A foolish and idiotic king is nothing more than a melon. People don’t care. They want to live in peace and liberty. Be it an idiotic human being or a water melon on the throne, it doesn’t matter. The only important thing is that he must not interfere in their lives.

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Narrate ‘The Tale of Melon City’ in your own words.


What impression would you form of a state where the king was ‘just and placid’?


Suggest a few instances in the poem which highlight humour and irony.


‘The Tale of Melon City’ has been narrated in a verse form. This is a unique style which lends extra charm to an ancient tale. Find similar examples in your language. Share them in the class.


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