Visual Story: Wisdom Paves the Way | English Poorvi Class 8 - New NCERT PDF Download

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Wisdom Paves the Way.
The Journey Begins
Four friends - Ram Datt, Shiv Datt, Har 
Datt, and Dev Datt were travelling to 
Ujjain in search of work after walking 
for ten days. They were tired but still 
hopeful.
Hope and Determination
Ram Datt expressed hope that the King 
might recognise their talents; Dev Datt 
stayed positive; Har Datt reminded 
them that meeting a king was not easy. 
They decided to reach the city first 
before making plans.
The Mystery of the Tracks
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Observing the Tracks
As Ram Datt and his friends were walking, he noticed some unusual marks on 
the ground. Shiv Datt, being the observant one, identified them as camel tracks. 
The friends became intrigued and started examining the tracks closely, looking 
for any clues or details that could help them understand what had happened.
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Discussing Their Findings
Each of the friends noticed something different about the tracks - the depth, the 
spacing, the direction. Fascinated by their observations, they decided to sit 
under a nearby tree to discuss their findings and try to piece together what the 
tracks might be telling them.
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The Worried Merchant
As the friends were deep in discussion, a worried-looking merchant suddenly 
approached them. He asked if they had seen his missing camel, explaining that 
the animal had wandered off and he was desperately searching for it. The 
friends realized that their observations might be able to help the merchant find 
his lost camel.
The Amazing Deductions
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Ram Datt's Question
Ram Datt asked if the camel was lame; 
the merchant confirmed in surprise.
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Shiv Datt's Observation
Shiv Datt asked if it was blind in one 
eye; again the merchant agreed, more 
shocked.
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Har Datt's Discovery
Har Datt asked if its tail was short.
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Dev Datt's Discovery
Dev Datt asked if it had a stomach 
problem and he was correct.
Though the friends insisted they had not seen the camel, the suspicious merchant accused them of 
theft. He took them to the city gates and then to the King's court, demanding justice.
In the King's Court
The merchant claimed they must be thieves since they knew details of the camel. The 
King listened and asked the friends to explain.
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Ram Datt's Explanation
Ram Datt explained the lighter footprint showed a lame leg.
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Shiv Datt's Reasoning
Shiv Datt said the camel ate leaves only on the left side, showing blindness in 
the right eye.
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Har Datt's Evidence
Har Datt mentioned blood spots on the ground, proving the camel's short tail.
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Dev Datt's Insight
Dev Datt explained the deeper front-leg prints, which showed a stomach 
problem.
The King realised they were wise and observant, not thieves. The King scolded the 
merchant for his false accusation, and the merchant left in shame to continue his 
search.
A Royal Reward
Impressed, the King offered the four 
friends positions as advisers in his court.
The friends accepted gratefully, 
promising honesty and wisdom. The 
court applauded as their journey ended 
with respect and honour instead of 
ordinary work.
Theme/Message
Be Observant
The story shows how 
being observant and 
paying attention to small 
details can help us learn 
important things.
Don't Judge Without 
Proof
It teaches us not to 
blame others without 
proof, as wrong 
judgements can hurt 
innocent people.
Work Together
Working together and 
sharing ideas can solve 
problems better than 
working alone.
Stay Calm and Truthful
Staying calm and speaking the truth, 
even in tough situations, can lead to 
good outcomes.
Value Wisdom
The story reminds us that wisdom and 
smart thinking are valuable and can 
lead to great opportunities.