why did swaminathan's father refuse to help his son ever afterwards?
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Swami’s father, W.T. Srinivasan, is an imposing figure who works at the courts and is usually strict with Swami. Swami sometimes feels afraid of his father, but at other times he turns to him for help and support. Swami’s father encourages Swami to study hard and helps him with homework and, notably, provides Swami with a study space within his own room. Late in the novel, Swami’s father reveals that his concern for Swami’s wellbeing outweighs his frustrations with his son, as shown when he searches for Swami all night and welcomes him home without punishment.
Swami's father wrote to the headmaster as a challenge and sent his son Swami to school who was already late for school. He wanted to see whether Mr. Samuel beats his child or leaves him. He was also encouraged by his son when he said that the headmaster was also afraid of Mr. Samuel.