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Indian Folk Tales
If there is one word that can define the richness of Indian fables then it must be, amazing. Yes, amazing is the word that ums up exorbitant Indian folktales and fables. Considering the diversity and variations found in India, it comes as no surprise to see great collection of myths, fables, folktales and religious stories all around us. Indian fables act as a metaphorical cord that unites all of India. Fables have always been an integral part of collective Indian subconscious. Right from the childhood, we are well fed on staple diet of myths and legends. No matter which part of India you reside in, you will have your own proud memory of wonderful parables and allegories.
Indian fables have travelled the distances over the centuries. Most of the Indian fables have been passed onto next generations verbally. Not many Indian fables are present in written form and yet, we are well aware of all the fascinating stories. Such is the integration of fables in Indian psyche.
Indian fables include wide range of tales, from historical to mythological and religious to spiritual. These tales have emerged from all walks of life. If North India loves tales of Akbar-Birbal then South India always find tales of Tenali Rama fascinating. These smart and witty tales contain great messages for not only children but also for adults. If Jataka tales give us moral lessons, Panchatantra has inculcated social, spiritual and educational values in generations after generations spanning across centuries. The naughty tales of Krishna at Gokul dham still manage to enthrall our senses.
Epic stories like Mahabharata and Ramayana contain enlightening life lessons. These fables not just weave that magic thread to captivate and mesmerize us but also make us better humans. Indian fables have heroic deeds of the Indian folk heroes and mysticism of deities. These fables stay with us for the entire life period. The most striking aspect about grand assortment of the Indian fables is its universal appeal across all strata of the society. There is no reason to believe why these fables will not continue till eternity and captivate generations after generations.
The simple tales of indian village folk, the charm of the magician, the intelligent wife of the poor farmer and several other themes talk about the rich heritage of folk tales. Tales in the form of indian village folk stories have traveled down from ages with lots of improvisations and additions. They relate to devotional concepts, excerpts from mythology and simple ways to live life.
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