Why do you think Shalini's parents bought clothes for everyone?
Shalini's parents bought clothes for everyone because Chittappa (Shalini's uncle) had lost his job and the family was facing financial difficulties.
Acchamma (the grandmother) informed Shalini's father about this situation. Following the family values of cooperation, support, and sharing, Shalini's parents decided to help the extended family by buying new clothes for Chittappa, Chitti, and Chinni for the Onam festival.
This demonstrates how family members support each other during difficult times, even if it means making personal sacrifices like Shalini accepting a simpler cotton dress instead of the silk dress she wanted.
Explanation
The chapter on page 5 narrates how Acchamma told Shalini's father that his brother was having financial difficulties and could not buy new clothes for the festival. Shalini's parents bought clothes not only for themselves and their children but also for Chittappa, Chitti, and Chinni. As a result, Shalini did not get the silk dress she expected but had to settle for a simple cotton one. Acchamma explained that this is how families support each other and share what they have. This story illustrates the values of dāna (giving), sevā (service), and tyāga (sacrifice) mentioned on page 4.
Solution Steps
Chittappa (Shalini's uncle) had lost his job and the family was facing financial difficulties
Acchamma (the grandmother) informed Shalini's father about the situation
Family values of cooperation, support, and sharing guided the decision to help
Shalini's parents bought clothes for Chittappa, Chitti, and Chinni for Onam festival
Shalini accepted a simpler cotton dress instead of the silk dress she wanted as a personal sacrifice