Akbar praised Birbal a lot and this did not go down well with some jealous courtiers. Mulla was one of them. One day, when Birbal entered the court wearing a classy turban, Akbar said, “Your turban looks very good on you. It has been tied so neatly!” But before Birbal could reply, Mulla interrupted, “Your Majesty! There’s nothing special about his turban. I can tie my turban in a better way.” Akbar said, “Very well! Wear your best turban tomorrow!” Next day, everyone looked dashing in his turban. Mulla also wore a nice turban. Akbar said, “Mulla, you look handsome today. Your turban has been tied so neatly!” Just then, Birbal said, “Your Majesty, “Mulla’s turban looks terrific. But he cannot win the challenge because he has taken help from his wife in tying the turban.” Everyone laughed at this remark. Mulla was silent. He understood that he was no match for Birbal.
The Terrific Turban
