1. What happened after the transfer of property in the story?
1. What happened after the transfer of property in the story?
Explanation:
The situation changed in the story after the transfer of property. Jumman forgot his promise to look after his old aunt and both he and his wife began ill-treating her.
2. When Jumman's aunt realized that she was not welcome in his house, what arrangement did she suggest?
2. When Jumman's aunt realized that she was not welcome in his house, what arrangement did she suggest?
Explanation:
When Jumman's aunt realized that she was not welcome in his house, she suggested that she would cook her food separately and demanded a monthly allowance from her nephew.
3. What was the reaction of the villagers when the aunt explained her case to them?
3. What was the reaction of the villagers when the aunt explained her case to them?
Explanation:
When the aunt explained her case to the villagers, some showed sympathy, some laughed at her, and a few advised her to make peace with Jumman.
4. What was Jumman's reaction to Algu's selection as head Panch and why?
4. What was Jumman's reaction to Algu's selection as head Panch and why?
Explanation:
Jumman was pleased with Algu's selection as head Panch because they were close friends, and Jumman thought that Algu's decision would be in his favour.
5. What was the verdict given by Algu as head Panch, and how did Jumman react to it?
5. What was the verdict given by Algu as head Panch, and how did Jumman react to it?
Explanation:
Algu asked Jumman to either pay a monthly allowance to his aunt or transfer the property in her name. Jumman was stunned and became Algu's enemy, deciding to take revenge on him.
6. What problem did Algu face in the story?
6. What problem did Algu face in the story?
Explanation:
Algu faced a problem when Samjhu Sahu, a cartman, bought his bullock and promised to pay the price within a month but took so much work from the animal that it died. Sahu became dishonest and refused to pay the money.
7. Why was Algu upset about Jumman's nomination as head Panch?
7. Why was Algu upset about Jumman's nomination as head Panch?
Explanation:
Algu was upset about Jumman's nomination as head Panch because Jumman was already annoyed with him, and he thought that Jumman would take his revenge.
8. What was Jumman's verdict as head Panch, and how did Algu react to it?
8. What was Jumman's verdict as head Panch, and how did Algu react to it?
Explanation:
Jumman's verdict was that Sahu had to pay the price of the bullock to Algu. Algu took it happily and said it was a victory of the panchayat.
9. How did Algu and Jumman's relationship evolve throughout the story?
9. How did Algu and Jumman's relationship evolve throughout the story?
Explanation:
Algu and Jumman were initially fast friends, but their relationship turned sour when Algu decided the case in favour of Jumman's old aunt. Jumman also got a chance to take revenge, but as head Panch, he acted fairly and justly. Eventually, they became friends again.
10. How did Jumman mistreat his old aunt?
10. How did Jumman mistreat his old aunt?
Explanation:
Jumman initially promised to support his old aunt after getting her property transferred to his name, but he and his wife soon grew tired of her presence. Jumman's wife even insulted the aunt when she gave her little food.
11. What similarities did Algu and Jumman share?
11. What similarities did Algu and Jumman share?
Explanation:
Despite belonging to different faiths, Algu and Jumman valued their friendship equally. They both had a strong sense of morality and did not let their personal feelings affect their love for truth and justice.
12. What verdicts did Algu and Jumman give as head Panch?
12. What verdicts did Algu and Jumman give as head Panch?
Explanation:
Algu decided that Jumman should either pay his old aunt a monthly allowance or transfer her property to her. As head Panch, Jumman gave the verdict that Sahu should pay Algu the price of the bullock he had purchased, as it had died due to Sahu's mistreatment.
13. What led to the falling out of Jumman Shaikh and Algu Chowdhry's friendship?
13. What led to the falling out of Jumman Shaikh and Algu Chowdhry's friendship?
Explanation:
Jumman and Algu were close friends who trusted each other completely. However, their friendship turned sour when Jumman began mistreating his old aunt, who had given him her property. She demanded either a monthly allowance or the return of her land. When the panchayat was called to hear the case, Algu, who was the head Panch, gave his verdict in favour of the old aunt, causing Jumman to become bitter and hostile towards his former friend.
14. How did Jumman and Algu reconcile after their fallout?
14. How did Jumman and Algu reconcile after their fallout?
Explanation:
Jumman and Algu's friendship was restored when Jumman was chosen as head Panch during a panchayat to settle a dispute between Algu and Sahu. Jumman put aside his personal feelings and decided the case based on its merits, ruling in favour of Algu. This fair decision earned Algu's respect and helped mend their relationship.
15. What is preferable, friendship or enmity? When is a person more likely to follow their conscience?
15. What is preferable, friendship or enmity? When is a person more likely to follow their conscience?
Explanation:
Friendship is undoubtedly preferable to enmity, as it is based on mutual respect and goodwill. Enmity, on the other hand, is fueled by hatred and ill will. When a person is called upon to make a decision as a judge or arbiter, they are more likely to follow their conscience and make a fair judgment, regardless of their personal feelings.
