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How is the Maharaja of Pratibandapuram commonly referred to?
How is the Maharaja of Pratibandapuram commonly referred to?
He is commonly referred to as the Tiger King.
What significant event was foretold by the astrologers about the Tiger King?
What significant event was foretold by the astrologers about the Tiger King?
Astrologers foretold that he would one day have to meet his death.
What miraculous event happened when the Tiger King was just ten days old?
What miraculous event happened when the Tiger King was just ten days old?
He spoke clearly to the astrologers, astonishing everyone present.
What was the reaction of the astrologers to the Tiger King’s infant speech?
What was the reaction of the astrologers to the Tiger King’s infant speech?
What kind of titles does the Maharaja hold, and what does this suggest about his character?
What kind of titles does the Maharaja hold, and what does this suggest about his character?
What does the phrase 'warrior of warriors' imply about the Tiger King’s role?
What does the phrase 'warrior of warriors' imply about the Tiger King’s role?
What is the foreshadowing element related to the Tiger King's future fate?
What is the foreshadowing element related to the Tiger King's future fate?
How does the narrative introduce the concept of fate in the story?
How does the narrative introduce the concept of fate in the story?
What was the significance of the crown prince being born in the hour of the Bull according to the astrologer?
What was the significance of the crown prince being born in the hour of the Bull according to the astrologer?
How did Crown Prince Jung Jung Bahadur react to the mention of the word 'Tiger'?
How did Crown Prince Jung Jung Bahadur react to the mention of the word 'Tiger'?
What childhood experiences did Crown Prince Jung Jung Bahadur have that shaped his upbringing?
What childhood experiences did Crown Prince Jung Jung Bahadur have that shaped his upbringing?
What did the Maharaja conclude about killing tigers after hearing the astrologer's prediction?
What did the Maharaja conclude about killing tigers after hearing the astrologer's prediction?
What was the Maharaja's reaction after killing his first tiger?
What was the Maharaja's reaction after killing his first tiger?
What warning did the astrologer give to the Maharaja after he killed the tiger?
What warning did the astrologer give to the Maharaja after he killed the tiger?
In what way was the content of the prediction discussed in the kingdom?
In what way was the content of the prediction discussed in the kingdom?
What might the phrase 'You may kill even a cow in self-defence' suggest about the Maharaja's mindset?
What might the phrase 'You may kill even a cow in self-defence' suggest about the Maharaja's mindset?
Flashcards
The Tiger Prophecy
The Tiger Prophecy
A prediction made by an astrologer that a tiger would pose a threat to the crown prince's life.
Crown Prince's Response to Prophecy
Crown Prince's Response to Prophecy
The actions and reactions of Crown Prince Jung Jung Bahadur after learning about the prediction of the astrologer. He showed no fear and even challenged the danger.
Crown Prince's Upbringing
Crown Prince's Upbringing
The way Crown Prince Jung Jung Bahadur was raised, similar to other Indian princes of the time. He received an upbringing strongly influenced by English culture.
The Maharaja's Tiger Hunt
The Maharaja's Tiger Hunt
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The 99 Tigers
The 99 Tigers
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The Hundredth Tiger
The Hundredth Tiger
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The Self-Defense Proverb
The Self-Defense Proverb
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The Rumor in Pratibandapuram
The Rumor in Pratibandapuram
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Who is the Tiger King?
Who is the Tiger King?
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What's special about the Tiger King's death?
What's special about the Tiger King's death?
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What is the prophecy about the Tiger King's fate?
What is the prophecy about the Tiger King's fate?
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What is the miraculous event that occurs?
What is the miraculous event that occurs?
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How do the astrologers react to the baby's speech?
How do the astrologers react to the baby's speech?
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What is the significant statement made by the baby Tiger King?
What is the significant statement made by the baby Tiger King?
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Why is the baby's speech considered unusual?
Why is the baby's speech considered unusual?
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What does the baby's speech suggest about his future?
What does the baby's speech suggest about his future?
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Study Notes
The Tiger King
- The Maharaja of Pratibandapuram, also known as the Tiger King, is the central figure.
- His full title is a long list of honorifics, including "Jamedar-General, Khiledar-Major, Sata Vyaghra Samhari, Maharajadhiraja Visva Bhuvana Samrat, Sir Jilani Jung Jung Bahadur, M.A.D., A.C.T.C., or C.R.C.K."
- The author recounts the story behind the Tiger King's nickname.
- He's deceased at the time of the telling.
- The Tiger King's death was foretold by astrologers at his birth.
- The astrologers claimed the child would be a great warrior but would die.
- A startling event occurred, the ten-day-old Jilani Jung Jung Bahadur uttered, "O wise prophets!" expressing awareness of fate.
- The astonished astrologer asked, "All those born will die. Tell us the manner of death?" demonstrating intelligence.
- The astrologer predicted the death would be from a tiger, due to the Bull and Tiger being ancient enemies (the prince's birth sign being the Bull).
- The crown prince, on hearing the prediction, responded with "Let tigers beware!"
- The story is presented as a rumour, though possibly based on truth.
Childhood and Reign
- The Crown Prince Jung Jung Bahadur had a typical upbringing, influenced by British culture, as the princes in the other Indian states.
- Notably, he was brought up by an English nanny, drank milk from an English cow, and was tutored in English by an Englishman, and saw English films.
- He reached adulthood, taking control of his state from the Court of Wards at age 20.
- The astrologer's prophecy was remembered, and tigers were commonly hunted.
- The Maharaja hunted a tiger.
Tiger Hunt and Prophecy
- The Maharaja showed the dead tiger to the astrologer, challenging his prediction.
- The astrologer replied that the Maharaja could kill more tigers, but cautioned him to be cautious with the hundredth one.
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