In the royal hall of an ancient kingdom,
a strange silence filled the air.
At the center stood a grand throne.
Empty.
Students, ministers, and young princes gathered, whispering among themselves.
Why was the throne vacant?
Soon, Chanakya entered the hall.
His eyes were sharp.
His face calm.
“Today,” Chanakya said,
“I will choose a future leader.”
Excitement spread instantly.
Chanakya gestured toward the throne.
“Whoever is worthy,” he said,
“may sit upon it.”
The hall fell quiet for a moment.
Then, one man stepped forward.
He walked confidently and sat on the throne.
A few others followed.
Some adjusted the royal seat.
Some smiled proudly.
Chanakya said nothing.
He only watched.
Minutes passed.
Finally, a young student remained standing at the back.
He did not move.
Chanakya noticed him.
“Why do you not sit?” Chanakya asked.
The student replied respectfully,
“Because a throne is not empty by accident.
If it truly belonged to me,
I would be invited.”
Chanakya smiled.
He turned to the others on the throne.
“Step down,” he ordered.
Confused, they obeyed.
Chanakya then addressed the hall.
“Those who rushed to sit
were eager for power.”
He looked at the quiet student.
“But the one who waited
understood responsibility.”
Chanakya continued,
“A throne attracts ambition,
but leadership requires restraint.”
The student was invited forward.
Chanakya placed his hand on his shoulder.
“You passed the test,” he said.
That day, everyone learned a lesson—
True leaders do not chase positions.
They wait until duty calls them.
🌟 MORAL OF THE STORY
Leadership is not about taking a seat quickly.
It is about knowing when not to sit.
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