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What is a Jataka?
Think of familiar stories that teach lessons.
Why might subjects curse their kings?
Consider the relationship between rulers and the ruled.
What do Jataka tales primarily focus on?
Think about stories that convey teachings.
True or False: Inscriptions provide a full perspective of the subjects' views on kings.
Consider who writes the inscriptions.
Critically assess how historical narratives change when incorporating the viewpoints of ordinary people. Discuss with examples from Jataka tales.
Think about the impact of including those who are often overlooked in history.
Develop a fictional narrative from the perspective of a villager under a tax-collecting king. What feelings and situations would you depict?
Focus on the villager's direct experiences and feelings.
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