1. In the poem 'Lakshman', the titular character is described as a "shadow" of which figure?
2. What is the central theme regarding Lakshmanโs 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. Lakshmanโs 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 Lakshmanโs helplessness is brought out by:
17. The deer chased by Rama was actuallyโ
18. Toru Duttโs โLakshmanโ is primarily categorized asโ
19. The โmagic circleโ or Lakshman Rekha symbolizesโ
20. The poem ultimately underscores Lakshman asโ
