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When did she leave home for Delhi, and why? (4)


Santosh's parents were pressurizing her to get married as soon as she turned sixteen. Being reluctant, Santosh threatened her parents that she would never marry if she did not get a proper education. So, she had to leave home and she got herself enrolled in a school in Delhi. 
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When did she leave home for Delhi, and why?


Santosh’s wish to study in Delhi was fulfilled when she threatened her parents to never getting married if she didn’t get proper education. She left home and enrolled herself in a school in Delhi.

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Why did Santosh’s parents agree to pay for her schooling in Delhi? What mental qualities of Santosh are brought into light by this incident?


When her parents refused to pay for her fees, she politely informed them of her plans to earn money by working part time to pay her school fees. Then they agreed to pay for that.

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How did Santosh begin to climb mountains?


From the room of Kasturba Hostel, Santosh used to watch villagers climb up the Aravali hills and vanishing after sometime. The curiosity made her join a mountaineers group and climb Aravalli hills.

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What incidents during the Everest expedition show Santosh’s concern for
her team-mates?


During the Everest expedition, Santosh tried to save a dying team mate by providing him special care and saved another by sharing her oxygen. It shows Santosh’s concern for others.

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