Vikram and Betal stories are a classic collection of Indian folktales. They feature the brave and cunning King Vikram, who ventures into a haunted forest to capture a mischievous ghost named Betal.
Betal, however, has a unique condition: he must be carried on Vikram's shoulder, and if he falls, he will vanish. To prevent this, Betal tells Vikram a story, and at the end, he poses a question. If Vikram answers incorrectly, Betal will escape.
The stories often involve moral dilemmas, clever tricksters, and unexpected twists. They are a fascinating blend of humor, suspense, and philosophical pondering.