Once Emperor Akabar asked his ministers what punishment he should mete out to someone who happened to pull his beard.
One of the courtiers replied, “Your Majesty, it'd be the most serious crime so a severe sentence is necessary.
Another minister said that he should be hanged without delay and then similar replies came from the rest of them.
At last, the king referred the matter to Birbal, the wisest of his ministers, who said, “Your Majesty, you’ll hug and kiss him.
“I must hug the insolent!” echoed the king in surprise. “Do you know what you’re saying?”
“I know well, my Lord. None but your grandson can dare touch Your Majesty’s beard.
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