Discuss this story in your class. What kind of attitude towards the community does it reveal?
Kamal Parmar's initiative reveals a selfless and compassionate attitude towards the community.
He noticed underprivileged children on the street—some who had dropped out of school and others who had never been to school—and decided to help them without expecting anything in return.
He gave tuition from 5:30 to 9:30 pm every day after his regular work hours and provided free dinner to the children. This shows a sense of duty towards society, especially towards those who are less fortunate.
The attitude is one of sevā (service) and dāna (giving)—core values discussed in the chapter. His initiative inspired others, including teachers and older students, to volunteer.
The story demonstrates that individuals can make a significant difference in their community through dedication and compassion.
Explanation
The chapter on pages 10-11 describes how Kamal Parmar, owner of a small auto-fabrication workshop in Ahmedabad, noticed underprivileged children and started teaching them after his work hours. He provided free dinner and reached 150 children. Teachers from local schools and older students joined as volunteers. One teacher observed that despite poor conditions—no proper benches, no 'silence zone' classrooms, and noise from passing vehicles—the children paid full attention. This story illustrates community service and the values of giving and sacrifice mentioned on page 4.
Solution Steps
Kamal Parmar showed a selfless and compassionate attitude by helping underprivileged children without expecting anything in return
He noticed children who had dropped out or never attended school and decided to take action
He provided free tuition daily from 5:30 to 9:30 pm after his regular work hours and gave free dinner to 150 children
His actions reflect the values of sevā (service) and dāna (giving)
His initiative inspired teachers and older students to volunteer as well
The story demonstrates that individuals can make significant difference through dedication and compassion