At college, life is fun. Anu participates in debates and Ads-up. Ads-sup is a competition where the team has to advertise an imaginary
product in a fun and creative way. Anu’s team wins several prizes
in intra and inter-college competitions. She and her friends revived
“Srishti,” the yearly college cultural event, and Anu is on the editorial
board of the college magazine. While her friends top in studies, she
sought creativity and entrepreneurship.
Anuradha is now a graduate.
Her grandmother opens the topic of marriage. It’s a typical scenario
in south Indian families for an elder to get the girls to get married
soon after graduation.
“Chandra, why can’t you see a good alliance?”
“Paati, I want to do higher studies,” protests Anu.
“Yes, Amma, let her complete M.Com, and then we will look for an
alliance.”
Reluctantly the elderly lady nods.
Chandra now turns to his daughter: “Anu, why can’t you try CA? It’s
an excellent course. You will have a bright future,”
“Yes, Appa. One of my friends too suggested. She is applying for
an articleship. I shall also apply.