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Laukikanyayakośa
 
was at home to protect the curds from the crow. This
actually implies that the person should pròlect it from
various dangers. But this person followed the advice
literally. He protected it from the crows but allowed
the dog to gulp the curd.. 'kaka' is the representative
(Upalakṣaṇa) of all such animals which spoil the curds.
But this stupid fellow didnot understand it. The maxim
points to such a thoughtless person.
 
159. काकपिकन्यायः
 
Cf. काचमणिन्यायः
 
41
 
chich: ghout: fuch: ghout: ant ita: fuchohiohat:1
aukluuà und canich: anich: fuch: fuch:11
 
A crow and a cuckoo both-are black in comprehension.
But there is a vast difference in their qualities.
The maxim shows the difference between two persons,
though they may appear similar apparently. The
difference between a crow and cuckoo is visible
clearly in the 'Vasant' season i.e. (spring season).
 
160. काकरुतभीरुन्यायः
 
Once an affectionate and a loving couple was enjoying
sound sleep. Suddenly the beloved heard the harsh
crowing of a crow. Being alarmed, she embraced her
husband firmly. Actually this lady was not a coward
because she had come to her lover after crossing the
river Narmadā, a few hours ago. The maxim suggests
that one may venture to do something. After achieving
that one is likely to submit oneself to ones own instincts
like fear.
 
161. काकवन्ध्यान्यायः
 
It is believed that the eggs of a female cuckoo are
hatched by a crow. As the female crow does not hatch