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Why did Santoshs parents agree to pay for her schooling in Delhi? What mental qualities of Santosh are brought into light by this incident?

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Her parents got ready because she informed them of her plans to earn money by working part-time to pay for her school fees. The parents realised her determination and interest and agreed.

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