Question: Why did Baby Kochamma become a frustrated figure?

Baby Kochamma, a character from Arundhati Roy's novel The God of Small Things, becomes frustrated primarily because of the constraints placed upon her by society and her own choices.

Unrequited Love: Baby Kochamma's unfulfilled love for Father Mulligan, a Catholic priest, sets the stage for much of her frustration. Her romantic feelings for him are not reciprocated. She leads to a lifetime of bitterness and resentment.

Social Expectations: As a woman in a conservative society, Baby Kochamma faces societal pressures and expectations that limit her freedom and agency. She feels trapped by the rigid gender roles and norms of her time. She is unable to pursue her desires or ambitions fully.

Family Dynamics: Baby Kochamma struggles with power dynamics and unresolved conflicts within her own family. Her domineering personality and manipulative behavior alienate her from other