Question

1. What impression do you form of the king? Give your reasons for your answer​

Answer 1

Explanation:

The king wanted to consult a wise man. The ministers brought a man to the king. He said that the real culprit was the arch and must be hanged. The king allows himself to be hanged because no other man is tall enough to fit the noose

Answer 2

Explanation:

King in the poem is foolish and low-wit. This poem by Vikram Seth is a humorous satire on people in power. The poet has humorously presented the idea that it does not matter to people who their ruler, king, or head of state is as long as he allows them to live in peace, liberty and the principles of laissez faire.