Question

what does the poet mean by tha phrase head held high ?
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Answer 1

Answer:

Head is held high' indicates that we should not be ashamed of ourselves. Rather we should be proud of our country, for what we have. A sense of self-dignity is what we need to enjoy our freedom fully.

Answer 2

When the poet says "the head held high," he means that he wishes his countrymen to live life with self-respect, dignity, and bravery.

Explanation:

• This question comes from Rabindranath Tagore's poem " Where the Mind is Without Fear."
• The poet claims nobody in his country should have terror on their minds in any way, at any moment.
• Instead, they must be bold in their approach and have faith in themselves.
• He emphasizes the importance of not bowing one's head in shame or embarrassment, but rather proudly holding one's head high.