Title: कौन पेड़ के तने में छेद करता है?
Translation: Who cuts into the bark of a tree?
Answer:
This question is part of a popular Indian riddle game, often played in schools, family gatherings, or as a quick icebreaker. The answer is "A Tiger" (टाइगर).
Explanation:
In many Indian folktales and riddles, tigers are symbolically associated with "cutting" or "gashing" tree bark. For example:
Tigers are depicted as strong, wild creatures that might strip bark from trees for shelter, food, or play.
The phrase "छेद करता है" (cuts/gashes) hints at the tiger’s claws or sharp movements.
Game Rules (if applicable):
Players take turns answering riddles.
Correct answers earn points; wrong answers pass the turn.
For a twist, players can act out the answer or rhyme a response.
Similar Riddles in Indian Games:
कौन पतंग को चुभता है? (Who eats the lizard?) → Sparrow

कौन नदी में नहराती है? (Who swims in the river?) → Fish
Cultural Context:
Riddles like these are rooted in India’s oral tradition, blending storytelling, language play, and problem-solving. They’re often used to teach vocabulary, geography, or moral lessons (e.g., respecting nature).
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