Passage 26

In English

Two years passed. had completed studies up to the sixth standard, which was the highest available in . In those days, one prepared for ESLC [Elementary School Leaving Certificate] examination; for this one had to study up to the eighth standard which meant going elsewhere. But then some one would have to look after . At this juncture, [’s elder brother] came to and told , "By keeping Him here, you are denying Him education; this would spoil Him. Therefore, send Him with me." was a very wise and philosophical man. He replied, "Well what have I studied? Nothing. You are supposed to have studied; what good has it done to you? What is the harm that has come to me by my being uneducated? It is all the same, whether one receives this education or not. I do not care for this type of education. You do not possess even one thousandth of the good qualities that has! In what way has your education benefited you?" Seeing the angry response of , remained silent; in those days, youngsters kept quiet when elders became angry; they did not argue back.