Kings and queens preferred witty courtiers because such individuals could offer clever solutions to complex problems, provide entertainment during court gatherings, and help resolve conflicts diplomatically.

Witty advisors could also point out mistakes to rulers indirectly without causing offence, as demonstrated when Tenali Rama made the king realize his unfair treatment of the queen through an analogy about yawning while sowing seeds.

Witty courtiers brought both wisdom and levity to the royal court.

The chapter illustrates this through King Krishnadeva Raya's court, which included the Ashtadiggajas (eight celebrated poets). Tenali Ramakrishna, known for his quick wit and humour, earned a special place as both a poet and witty advisor because his clever solutions to seemingly insurmountable problems made him invaluable to the king.