Comprehension Passage

Birbal was an adviser at the Mughal court when the Mughal Emperor Akbar ruled in the 16 the century . He was one of the most trusted members of the emperor’s nine advisors called the navratans . Birbal was born in a Brahmin family in the Sindhi district of Madhya Pradesh. His real name was Mahesh Das Brahmbhatt. He was educated in the regional and Persian languages as he grew up . He was a poet and author who became well known for his wisdom and intelligence . Akbar invited him to be a part of his royal court and gave him the name Birbal . Akbar also called him ‘Raja Birbal ’.

Another famous person was Tenali Rama ,Who was a court poet of the Vijayanagar Empire in the 16th century . He was born in a Telugu languages . He composed many poems King Krishandeva Raya was impressed by Tenali Rama when he reached his court one day . He was included as one of the Ashtadiggajas in the king’s court . Eight very good Telugu poets formed the Ashtadiggajas Tenali Rama was known for his wisdom and brilliance . He wrote many famous poems .

Another well known witty person was Gopal Bhar or Gopal Bhand . He was a court jester in the court of Raja Krishna Chandra, a famous king in Bengal in the 18th century . Gopal Bhar is famous for stories of his wisdom , in which he outwits other couriers . Even today, the stories of Gopal bhar are retold in Bengal . They carry a social message and are full of humour.  

Answer the following questions:- 

1. What were the nine adviser of Emperor Akbar called ?

2. In which state of India was Birbal born ?

3. Which languages did Tenali Rama master ?

4. Name the king in whose court Tenali Rama was poet .

5. Who were the members of the Ashtadiggajas?

Answers

A1- The nine advisers of Emperor Akbar were called Navratans.

A2- Birbal was born in Sushi district of Madhya Pradesh.

A3- Tenali Rama mastered in Sanskrit and Telugu language.

A4- Tenali Rama was poet in court of King Krishnadeva Raya.

A5- Eight very good Telugu poets were the members of Ashtadiggajas.