A Snake Charmer's Story
This chapter from NCERT Looking Around, Class 5, Chapter 2 meets snake charmers who carry snakes in baskets and play the been for a living. Through the story of a charmer family it separates myths from facts about fangs, venom, and snake behaviour, and shows how laws now protect wild snakes. Children learn about the care of captive animals, the fear and respect around snakes, and how changing rules push families toward new work while keeping old songs and skills alive.
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