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प्रश्न
What is the dilemma that the poet faces when he sees the snake?
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उत्तर
The poet is caught in between human instinct and rational thought. Human instinct makes him appreciate the snake and love animals. However, the voice of human education or rational thought says that snakes are poisonous and therefore should to be killed.
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