Childhood of Prince Siddhārtha

Who took care of Prince Siddhārtha after Queen Mahamāya died?

What significant event happened seven days after the birth of Prince Siddhārtha?

What was the emotional state of Prince Siddhārtha during his childhood?

Who narrated the story about Prince Siddhārtha’s childhood to the children?

Name at least two children present during the storytelling session.

During the ploughing festival, what type of plough did the king use?

Where was the baby prince placed during the ploughing festival?

Who left the baby prince alone during the festival?

What type of ploughs did the ministers use during the festival?

How did the peasants participate in the ploughing festival?

Seven days after birth, Prince Siddhārtha's mother, Queen Mahamāya, died.
The Prince was brought up under the loving care of his mother's sister, Prajāpati Gotami.
Prince Siddhārtha grew up as a very happy child.
The story of Prince Siddhārtha's childhood is depicted in an image featuring a group of people sitting on a rug around a seated old man, with a young woman holding a baby and a tree with branches in the background.

In ancient India, the king played a crucial role in the ploughing festival, marking the beginning of the ploughing season.
The king used a golden plough, followed by the ministers with silver ploughs, and the peasants with wooden ploughs.
The festival was a popular event, attracting a large crowd of people who wanted to witness the king's participation.

The baby prince was also brought to the festival, and was kept under the shade of a rose apple tree.
The attendants and maids nursing the baby prince initially stayed with him, but later left him unattended to watch the festival.
The baby prince was left alone during the ploughing festival, which was marked by loud noises and joyful atmosphere.