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Birbal's Intelligence and Confidence

Akbar, the great emperor, had a problem that no one could solve. So, he called Birbal, his most intelligent and trusted advisor.

Enchanting emperor with a golden crown and wise eyes. with a worried look, inviting Clever advisor with a turban and a knowing smile.

Akbar explained the problem to Birbal and asked for a solution. Birbal listened carefully and confidently replied, 'Give me three days, Your Majesty.'

Enchanting emperor with a golden crown and wise eyes. explaining, Clever advisor with a turban and a knowing smile. listening attentively

Birbal went to his home and thought hard about the problem. Suddenly, an idea hit him. He smiled and began preparing.

Clever advisor with a turban and a knowing smile. with a smile, thinking about the problem

Three days later, Birbal stood before Akbar with a solution. Akbar was amazed and asked, 'How did you do it, Birbal?'

Clever advisor with a turban and a knowing smile. presenting the solution, Enchanting emperor with a golden crown and wise eyes. amazed

Birbal answered, 'Your Majesty, I listened carefully to your problem and thought about it deeply. I believed in my intelligence and confidence to find the answer.'

Clever advisor with a turban and a knowing smile. explaining his approach

Akbar appreciated Birbal's intelligence and confidence. He said, 'Birbal, you are truly wise. Your listening skills and self-belief are admirable.'

Enchanting emperor with a golden crown and wise eyes. appreciating Clever advisor with a turban and a knowing smile., both smiling

From that day forward, Akbar relied on Birbal's intelligence and confidence to solve many problems. And Birbal never disappointed him.

Enchanting emperor with a golden crown and wise eyes. and Clever advisor with a turban and a knowing smile. working together, solving problems

The End

The words 'The End' with a flourish

Reflection Questions

  • How did Birbal approach solving the problem?
  • Why did Akbar appreciate Birbal's intelligence and confidence?
  • What can we learn from Birbal's listening skills and self-belief?

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