Toppers’ secret behind success

SHILLONG: Rishav Das, the science topper from St Anthony’s Higher Secondary School, said on Thursday his interest in the subjects ensured his way to the top spot.
He told reporters that teachers have been a source of inspiration for him and instilled in him the desire to take interest in the subjects.
“There was no regular time schedule for studying but it was mostly driven by my interest in the subject. It is mainly driven by passion,” he said.
Meanwhile, Commerce topper from St Edmund’s Higher Secondary School, Chongdeinem Guite, pointed out that she has been consistent throughout the years and maintained her time properly.
“For this exam, the school has been providing us with question banks. I cleared doubts by asking teachers and seeking help from classmates,” the soft-spoken topper said.
She added that studying daily is the basis for the achievement and during the exams she spent 2-3 hours daily on studying.
“Besides my classes and tuitions, I balanced my studying time with my hobbies of reading and gardening,” she said, adding that she mostly turns to reading while staying in a hostel in Shillong and does her gardening hobby back in Manipur.
Thanking God, parents, teaching and non-teaching staff and tuition teachers, she said, “Everything is not possible on our own but faith in God.”
She urged fellow students to take classes and lectures seriously and to maintain sincerity towards the teachers, parents and to have a good circle of friends.