Question

The koel is restless to meet its

• A. friends
• B. sister
• C. lover
• D. parents

Hint:

While traditional symbolism is important (a koel's song for its mate), always be open to a specific poem's unique interpretation. However, the most common and powerful interpretation usually centers on romantic love.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: The question is from the poem "Koel" by Puran Singh. The poem describes the passionate and intense song of the bird.
Step 2: The koel's song is traditionally interpreted as a call for its mate. Its restlessness and the fiery nature of its song are signs of deep longing.
Step 3: In this specific poetic interpretation, the object of the koel's intense longing is its 'beloved' or 'lover'. The bird's call is a desperate plea to be reunited with its mate. The marking for (B) sister may represent a unique interpretation by the question-setter, perhaps symbolizing a different kind of deep, familial bond, but the conventional and most direct reading of the poem points to a 'lover'.