Question

how did ekalavya acquire the Supreme skill of archery​

Answer 1

HEY!!!

When Drona, who knew the dharma, refused to have him as his pupil, Ekalavya returned to the forest, prepared an image of Drona out of clay, and treating it as his teacher, began to practise on his own. In due course, he acquired great skill in archery. ... Annoyed, Ekalavya shot seven arrows into its mouth

Answer 2

Answer:

When Drona, who knew the dharma, refused to have him as his pupil, Ekalavya returned to the forest, prepared an image of Drona out of clay, and treating it as his teacher, began to practise on his own. In due course, he acquired great skill in archery. ... Annoyed, Ekalavya shot seven arrows into its mouth.