School Trip
SCHOOL TRIP Balan resided in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, as a 10 Year-old, fifth grader. His father held a respectable position in a government job, and his mother dedicated her time to managing the household. The family, including his mother, valued education highly and was well-educated. Lakshmi, his mother, managed the entire household, including overseeing Balan's studies. From a young age, Balan was quite mischievous and was cherished as the only child by his parents. While his father was often preoccupied with a demanding work schedule and unable to spend much time at home, Lakshmi dedicated herself to ensuring that every aspect of Balan's upbringing was attended to. She spoke gently and consistently aimed to offer him guidance in a kind manner. However, Balan often took advantage of her demeanor. At times, her frustration grew due to his behavior, as he frequently chose to play outside with the neighborhood children, engaging in mischievous activities that resulted in n...