To a Pair of Sarus Cranes
Karnataka SSLC First Language English chapter notes for the 2026–27 academic year.
Summary
Manmohan Singh's poignant poem depicts the tragic killing of a male Sarus crane by an unfeeling hunter. The female crane grieves deeply over the dead bird's remains, carrying a feather in sorrow until she dies of heart-wrenching grief, highlighting the emotional depth of nature compared to human cruelty.