1. In the poem 'Lakshman', the titular character is described as a "shadow" of which figure?
2. What is the central theme regarding Lakshman’s character?
3. Why does Rama go into the forest, leaving Sita and Lakshman behind?
4. The "deer" that Rama hunts is actually a disguise of:
5. What triggers the conflict between Sita and Lakshman in the poem?
6. How does Lakshman initially react to the cry heard from the forest?
7. According to the poem LAKSHMAN, Ravana planned this event to take revenge for:
8. "Swift in decision, prompt in deed / Brave unto rashness can this be..." Who is the speaker of these lines?
9. Why does Sita call Lakshman "Brave unto rashness"?
10. "I shall not survive my Love." Who says this?
11. What prevents Lakshman from leaving initially?
12. Before departing, what does Lakshman do to ensure Sita's safety?
13. Lakshman’s departure was attended by:
14. "Rakshasas, Danavas, demons, ghosts / Acknowledge in their hearts his might." Who is "his" referring to?
15. "Witness it gods in heaven above." What is Sita calling the gods to witness?
16. The critics note that Lakshman’s helplessness is brought out by:
17. The deer chased by Rama was actually—
18. Toru Dutt’s “Lakshman” is primarily categorized as—
19. The “magic circle” or Lakshman Rekha symbolizes—
20. The poem ultimately underscores Lakshman as—
