Brahman and Tiger: A Moral Dilemma

A tiger trapped in a cage pleads with a Brahman to be freed, promising not to harm him. Once freed, the tiger betrays the Brahman and threatens to eat him. The Brahman seeks opinions from a buffalo and a banyan tree, both of whom side with the tiger. A jackal, however, cleverly tricks the tiger back into the cage, saving the Brahman.

What does the tiger promise the Brahman if he is released?

• To eat him immediately

• To serve him forever

• To find another prey

• To stay in the cage

Why does the Brahman initially hesitate to release the tiger?

• He fears the tiger might eat him

• He is in a hurry

• He doesn't have the key

• He is afraid of the tiger's strength

What is the buffalo's opinion about the tiger eating the Brahman?

• The buffalo supports the Brahman

• The buffalo suggests asking another animal

• The buffalo is indifferent

• The buffalo supports the tiger

How does the banyan tree justify its opinion?

• By saying men are kind

• By saying men are selfish

• By saying men are wise

• By saying men are grateful

What does the jackal ask the Brahman to do to understand the situation?

• To find another animal

• To ask the tiger

• To show him the cage

• To explain it again

What is the jackal's initial reaction to the Brahman's story?

• He runs away

• He agrees with the tiger

• He pretends to be confused

• He immediately understands

How does the jackal trick the tiger back into the cage?

• By asking the Brahman to help

• By threatening him

• By pretending to be confused

• By offering him food

What does the jackal do after locking the tiger in the cage?

• He releases the tiger again

• He advises the Brahman to leave it locked

• He calls for help

• He runs away

What lesson can be learned from the jackal's actions?

• Never help anyone

• Promises are always kept

• Cunning can outsmart strength

• Always trust others

What is the final outcome for the tiger?

• He befriends the jackal

• He eats the Brahman

• He remains trapped

• He escapes the cage