Question

Character sketch of swaminathan

Answer 1

Answer:

The protagonist of the story is a 10-year-old boy. He is an unconstrained, indiscreet, wicked but then also an exceptionally honest child. His character is a kid in the fullest feeling of the world. How he grows up, his mischief's which made his family irritated, his wonder, growing pains and innocence and many aspects are being portrayed in the novel. He lives in a universe of bossy grown-ups. He is a student at Albert Mission School. It is a British established school where importance is given to Christianity and English education.

One of the most watershed moments in the novel is the time when Rajam joins the school and he becomes friend with Swami. That was a life-changing stage for him. But later he breaks his friendship due to some reasons.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Swami was an irresponsible kid. His father on attempting to teach him Arithmetics found that his books were filled with dust and cobwebs. This directly shows how careless and imprudent he is! On being told by his father to put the throw out the spider from his book self he keeps it in his pocket. This shows his love towards pet animals.He has also got some bad habits as well. He is a liar and does not hesitate telling lies to his father.