They act in a normal father son relationship to some extent in the way that his father is supportive of Bahka and shows he does love Bahka when he tells the story of how a doctor saved his life because Lahka convinced the doctor to help him. How ever it does seem that Bahka does come second to Rahka in Lahkas eyes in the way that Lahka appraises Rahka for doing his job more than Bahka. Also Bahka is described as a type of visionary for his caste but his father does not appreciate him for it.
Throughout the novel Bakha and Lahka different personalities clash but ultimately tie them together. Lahka is lazy, while Bakha is a go-getter. Bakha is often frustrated and disappointed that his father has no sense of urgency when it comes to pretty much anything-including breaking out of the caste system. He often scolds Bakha for going against the system. At the end of the novel, Lahka even kicks Bakha out of the house. Bakha runs toward town and overhears Ghandi talking about the Untouchables emancipation. After hearing this, Bakha hurries home to share news of the inspirational speech with his father. This move surprised me, but it shows Bakhas unrelenting civility and perseverance to change Lahka.
They act in a normal father son relationship to some extent in the way that his father is supportive of Bahka and shows he does love Bahka when he tells the story of how a doctor saved his life because Lahka convinced the doctor to help him. How ever it does seem that Bahka does come second to Rahka in Lahkas eyes in the way that Lahka appraises Rahka for doing his job more than Bahka. Also Bahka is described as a type of visionary for his caste but his father does not appreciate him for it.
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