‘Cheating Will not Help in Long run’: PM Narendra Modi Tells Students During 'Pariksha Pe Charcha'

'Pariksha Pe Charcha' 2023: Replying to students' questions during the sixth edition of 'Pariksha Pe Charcha," an annual interaction with students about issues like studies and stress related to exams, the Prime Minister said students should try to maintain focus on their work.

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday interacted with students, their parents as well as teachers and gave them some valuable tips on how to deal with stress and how to prepare for the upcoming examination, during the sixth edition of 'Pariksha Pe Charcha’ 2023. During his interaction with them, the Prime Minister told parents that they should not pressure children due to social status, and asked students to focus on their work to come out of any such burden of expectations.

I urge the parents not to pressurise their children. But at the same time, students should also not underestimate their capabilities: PM Modi during 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' 2023 pic.twitter.com/XcpHXEsxHo — ANI (@ANI) January 27, 2023

Explaining the importance of time management, PM Modi asked students, "Have you ever observed your mother's time management skills? A mother never feels burdened by the immense work she does. If you observe your mother, then you will understand how to manage your time well." 

Replying to students' questions during the sixth edition of 'Pariksha Pe Charcha", an annual interaction with students about issues like exam stress and preparation related to exams, the Prime Minister said students should try to maintain focus on their work. The Prime Minister said that every year, hundreds of students from across the country write to him seeking his advice. "It's a very inspiring and enriching experience for me," PM Modi said during 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' 2023 in Delhi.

WATCH: PM Modi Speak On Issue Of 'Cheating' In Exams

#WATCH | PM Narendra Modi speaks on the issue of 'cheating' in examinations during 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' 2023 pic.twitter.com/5rsqxph6gJ — ANI (@ANI) January 27, 2023

PM Modi also spoke strongly against the use of unfair practices in exams. “Cheating may help someone in an exam or two but not in life in the long run, he said. Never take the shortcut,” he added. “Some students use their creativity for 'cheating' in examinations but if those students use their time and creativity in a good way they will achieve heights of success. We should never opt for shortcuts in life, focus on ourselves,” PM Modi said during 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' 2023.

Some students use their creativity for 'cheating' in examinations but if those students use their time and creativity in a good way they will achieve heights of success. We should never opt for shortcuts in life, focus on ourselves: PM Modi during 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' 2023 pic.twitter.com/9Km81mdl3W — ANI (@ANI) January 27, 2023

The PM went on to reassure students that their hard work will eventually help them advance in life. The PM added students should at times analyse the pressure applied to them to see if they are underestimating their strengths.

The students who put in lots of effort during examinations: I am assuring you your efforts will never go to waste: PM Modi during 'Pariksha Pe Charcha' 2023 pic.twitter.com/qyP7C9SU1n — ANI (@ANI) January 27, 2023

While he admitted that it is natural for family members to have expectations, the PM stated that it is wrong if they are linked to consciousness about social class or status. As a batter focuses on the ball thrown to him ignoring the shouts of fours and sixes from the crowd, students should also concentrate on their work, he said.

A record 38 lakh students registered this year for participation in "Pariksha Pe Charcha". This year, the registrations are much higher (more than 15 lakh) than last year, according to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.