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(DR TKT): One has to consider How different Tata's upbringing was in the context of the prevailing conditions and customs in Narsapuram. His father was born in Vizag ( in a traditional and pious family) but adopted by a childless couple in Narsapuram and thus became a T K ! TK people were rich. Being from Sri Vaishnavite families t...hey were revered by the kings and were 'gifted' entire villages. Gradually the families split up. Our Grand father led a sedentary life - visiting temples...not 'doing' anything much but Just 'being'. ( my philosophy too: Life is NOT about DOING but about 'BEING' !!!). His neighbour and cousin ( Subhadra's Husband RANGA's father) TK Ramanujacharyulu was a great Sanskrit Scholar. Tata's Dad wasn't that gifted. However he was the local temple trustee and was offered the 'Prathama Theertham' (holy water given first before others after Darshan). Tata was always 'spiritual' and by-passed the religious route somewhat. His thinking was more evolved and did not need such a route. He more like 'served' and 'sacrificed'. Made people laugh. He could relate to any age group!