Ep 31 The Teacher’s Tests: Dhaumya and his Disciples

Why do traditional Indian teachers test their students?  Is this about power, or something else? What is gained by jumping through such hoops? Hear the tale of Dhaumya and the tests he issues to three of his disciples.

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