RAHARDI Ramelan was a bright and persevering young child. Up until second class at primary school, Rahardi remained in Sukabumi as his father had become the local post office chief. However, after that, he moved to Tegal, Yogyakarta, and Ciamis before returning to Sukabumi to finish his senior high school studies.

Feeling pleased with himself on graduating from senior high school scoring an all round 10 in six of his subjects, Rahardi ask