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Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025
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Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025: Meet the guests

 

Questions

Host Question to Mary Kom-

As you have performed so well and you are a 6-time world champion in boxing as well, the expectations from you are sky high when you enter the ring. How do you manage this pressure?

Answer- In the starting, it was difficult as boxing is not a women’s game. So I took the challenge as I wanted to prove to all including society  With this confidence I won each game. She mentions a quote from the Book of Narendra Modi Be your own anchor and celebrate your strength. By taking the challenge I proved by doing it all being a girl and a mother.

Question to Suhas Lalinakere-  How do you manage two jobs one as an Indian para-badminton player and the other as an IAS officer? 

Answer- Suhas says that Your mind is your greatest friend and your greatest enemy. In any exam, it is very normal to feel nervous. He mentions his example that when he went to play the first set he lost it due to nervousness. Before the second set during the drinks break, he said to himself that leave the fear of failure outside the court and give your best. The result was he won that match and won 6 more matches and became the first Indian to win the gold medal in China

The lesson from this incident is Don’t worry about your fears and trust your preparation 

Question to Avani Lekhara- While going to any competition in case you lose it or do not get the success you were expecting, how do you manage yourself or how do you bounce back? 

Answer- There were a lot of times when I thought that I should leave shooting. At that time I was just in 11th standard so, I used to say to myself let’s focus on our studies. So don’t focus on the unknown and work on yourself and your skills. When she started to work on her skills she lost the fear of losing completely. 

The host mentions the quote from the Book of Narendra Modi that Exams test your current preparation, not you. 

Question from students

Question- I also want to become a sportsperson, so how can I convince my parents to allow me to choose sports as a career? 

Answer-

First, know your capabilities and ask yourself if you think that you can achieve the top 3 or 5% in whatever field you choose second do you have the passion to do it, and third if it is coming from the heart. If yes, then your parents will also understand your wish and will allow you to pursue whatever you want. 

Question- How do we dare to take challenges in life without a safety net? 

Answer- In your life if you want to take any challenge you have to be strong enough inside out. Initially, everyone faces challenges in life and suffers from discouragement as well. So, you have to face your challenges and become a champion. Mary Kom says If I can do it and achieve it why can’t you. 

Question- How to stay focused on my studies by cutting the distractions? 

Answer- To build your focus it is important to stay consistent. If you are giving one hour to your studies each day, give it with all focus. You can also go for breathing exercises, it will help to balance your heart rate and to stay calm during the preparation for board exams. 

Question-  Social media increases our hope regarding everything but in real life, it is very difficult to achieve success. What tips you can give to help us to convert our dreams into reality? 

Answer- You should always know that good things don’t come easily but your journey should continue with focus and passion. If you want to shine like a sun, you should be willing to burn like a sun.

Question- How much time can we give to sports during the board exam to balance our mental wellness and stay focused on the exam preparation?  

Answer- While preparing for the board exam, it is important to get rest and recovery period as it is given in sports. So, take short breaks during the study sessions do not store thoughts in your mind, and let your mind be free. You can go for a walk and take a quick revision of the topics you have covered for the exam. Also, sleep is a cheat weapon, sharpen it. It helps us to stay fit and perform well in exams. 

Ninja technique with Suhas Yathiraj

He advised students to close their eyes and listen to the music playing in the background. Then open your eyes slowly. It is music therapy to capture positive energy before you go to the battle or the exam. So that no negativity comes and you can achieve whatever you wish to. 

Lessons from this episode of PPC 2025

• You should always have a hunger to achieve success in your life.
• Try to stay at the top and never lose hope for success.
•  Never give up and follow the path towards your destination. 

Success Mantra with Avani Lekhara

As shooting is a mental game it requires a lot of mental training. The same is required while preparing for the board exam as students go through a lot of pressure and stress. So, to relax close your eyes keep your back straight, and imagine your study room and the position you study. Take two to three deep breaths think about the topic or formula you are unable to remember and write it down three times. This is called the visualization technique which will help to perform well and will boost your confidence. 

Closing Remark from today’s experts

Mary Kom- There is no shortcut to success. You have to work hard to achieve what you want in life. 

Avani Lekhara- Failure is the biggest part of success and no success comes without facing failure in life. Do not compare yourself to other people and be kind. 

Suhas Yathiraj- Watch your thoughts and determine your destiny.