Moments: In the Kingdom of Fools · Class 9 · CBSE English
How does the ending of "In the Kingdom of Fools" show that wisdom is more powerful than authority?
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How does the ending of "In the Kingdom of Fools" show that wisdom is more powerful than authority?
Answer: The guru saves the disciple by understanding the king's greed and superstition and using them against him. The king and the minister, who possess authority but lack wisdom, are executed in the disciple's place. The ending suggests that blind power is dangerous, while intelligence and good judgment can overcome it.
Solution
The guru's clever strategy defeats the rulers without physical force. The ending contrasts the authority of the king and minister with the practical wisdom of the guru.
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