New Delhi, February 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a personal anecdote during the ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha‘ event, reflecting on his 75th birthday. He remarked, “I have 25 years left. I do not count what has passed, but rather what remains.”
During the event, a student from Manipur praised the Prime Minister, stating he has been an inspiration since her childhood. She noted that her birthday coincides with Modi’s.
Following this, Modi recounted a conversation he had on his birthday, September 17, when a leader called to congratulate him on turning 75. He responded, “I still have 25 years left. I count what is left, not what is gone.”
He encouraged students not to waste time lamenting the past but to focus on living the time that remains.
A student asked Modi about preparing for board exams and whether it was right to skip certain questions based on previous years’ patterns. The Prime Minister replied that exam papers never stray from the syllabus, but students often feel overwhelmed because they focus too much on past patterns.
He explained, “Sure suggestions books, important question banks, and ten-year question papers exist, but this is a problem. Some teachers contribute to this issue, believing that good results in their school or class are paramount. Thus, they teach only what guarantees high scores.”
Modi emphasized that good teachers always adhere to the syllabus, helping students understand its significance.
He elaborated, “Just as an athlete must care for their entire body to master their sport, education is not merely for passing exams; it is a means to build a life. If we approach Education incorrectly, we will repeatedly face exams. These exams are a way to evaluate ourselves. The ultimate goal cannot be just exam scores; it should be the holistic development of life.”