Indian Folk Tales
Discover our collection of 132 Indian folk tales drawn from the vast ocean of India’s oral storytelling tradition. These stories span the subcontinent — from the Himalayan foothills to the coastal villages of Kerala, from Rajasthan’s desert kingdoms to Bengal’s riverine landscapes.
Indian folk tales are among the oldest narratives in human civilization, with roots stretching back thousands of years. Passed down through generations of village storytellers, traveling bards, and grandmother’s bedtime sessions, these tales encode the wisdom, humor, and spiritual depth of Indian culture. Our collection includes stories of clever Brahmins, wise kings, magical animals, devoted wives, and mischievous tricksters.
Each tale carries a moral lesson drawn from India’s philosophical traditions — the importance of dharma (duty), karma (consequences), and the triumph of wisdom over brute force. Whether you’re a parent seeking Indian bedtime stories for kids, a teacher looking for moral stories from India, or a folklore enthusiast, this collection brings the richness of Indian storytelling to life for modern readers.
Indian Folk Tales
Ages 3-5
The Ivory City And Its Fairy Princess
The Ivory City And Its Fairy Princess: One day a young prince was out practising archery with the son of his father’s chief vizier, when one of the arrows
Indian Folk Tales
Ages 9-12
The Jackal And The Crocodile
The Jackal And The Crocodile: Once upon a time, Mr. Jackal was trotting along gaily, when he caught sight of a wild plum-tree laden with fruit on the other
Indian Folk Tales
Ages 3-5
The Jackal And The Iguana
The Jackal And The Iguana: One moonlight night, a miserable, half-starved jackal, skulking through the village, found a worn-out pair of shoes in the gutter.
Indian Folk Tales
Ages 3-5
The Jackal And The Partridge
The Jackal And The Partridge: A Jackal and a Partridge swore eternal friendship; but the Jackal was very exacting and jealous. You don’t do half as much for me
Indian Folk Tales
Ages 3-5
The Story Behind The Congress Party’s Hand Symbol – Story of Hemambika
Behind the Congress Party's hand symbol lies Hemambika's story of sacrifice and faith. Her virtue became the rallying emblem of a nation's conscience.
Indian Folk Tales
Ages 3-5
Story of the Birth of Lord Krishna
The classic Indian mythological tale of Krishna's miraculous birth in Mathura — a story of tyranny, divine prophecy, and a father's courageous journey through stormy rain.
Indian Folk Tales
Ages 3-5
The Demon With The Matted Hair
The Demon With The Matted Hair: A Story of Cunning and Greed Long ago in ancient India, there lived a fearsome demon whose hair was matted and wild...
Indian Folk Tales
Ages 3-5
The Disconnect
The Disconnect: Indian weddings are a lavish waste Of energy, time – loans without rhyme Decor, banquet, sumptuous food to taste For uncles, aunts, cousins and
Indian Folk Tales
Ages 3-5
The Faithful Prince
The Faithful Prince - a folk tale retold for young readers with a clear moral, simple words, and the warmth of a bedtime story from long ago.
Indian Folk Tales
Ages 3-5
The Farmer And The Money Lender 2
The Farmer And The Money Lender 2: There was once a farmer who suffered much at the hands of a money-lender. Good harvests, or bad, the farmer was always poor
Indian Folk Tales
Ages 3-5
Raṇavîrasiṅg
Raṇavîrasiṅg: Once upon a time in the town of Vañjaimânagar there ruled a king, named Śivâchâr, under whom peace and prosperity reigned throughout the land.
Indian Folk Tales
Ages 3-5
Rain of Tears – A Greek Mythological Fiction
Rain of Tears – A Greek Mythological Fiction: Mythology is bound by the rules of society as well. Here’s a mythological fiction, an original story built around