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3 Kathayein

A village learns that water, like hope, survives only when a community protects and shares it.

A village protects its sacred sal forest after learning that the life of the community is tied to the life of the trees.

A small jackal uses intelligence and courage to teach a proud tiger that strength without wisdom can become a trap.

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