With a score of 96.6% in CBSE Class XII, Kritika Sharma is on cloud nine. A travel and dance enthusiast and a talented student, this Holy Cross School’s student believes that some serious effort needs to be given to achieve the success. In a brief conversation with Samir hang (me), Kritika talks about her success mantra and future plans.
Samir: Congratulations on being the state topper. What was your
success mantra?
Kritika: Thank u very much. It is very important for you to set
a realistic schedule. Set targets that are achievable and try to achieve these
targets even if you have to burn the midnight oil. I studied regularly with
frequent revisions, sometimes you have to sacrifice those little unproductive
activities and dedicate maximum time towards study. I also got deep into NCERT
books and extremely thorough with the chapters, self studies being the topmost
priority.
Samir: How’s has been the role of parent’s and teacher’s in
your success?
Kritika: Parents and teachers played a vital role in my success.
They were like the strongest pillar of support and encouragement for me.
Whenever I needed, they were always there. I want to thank them, both my
parents and teachers for their guidance which resulted into this success.
Samir: What advice will you give to students who will take
class XII exams next year?
Kritika: Like I said, class 12th is very important for your
career. Hence, I would recommend that you take your studies seriously and stay
focused towards your goal. Your performance in class XII will have a great
impact on your career and future so the best effort needs to be given. Once you
score well in your class XII and entrance exams, your career will be set. Also
try to listen to your teachers when they're telling you something. However, do
not take unnecessary stress. Relax and give yourself breaks from time to time.
Start the preparation early by maintaining a study schedule n stick to it. But
make sure u get time for proper rest as well, good hour of sleep. You should
spend some good leisure time as well but make studies your topmost priority.
Start preparing from the start to achieve success, little bit of sacrifices are
necessary.
Samir: Do you think it is difficult for Science students to
score well in CBSE Class XII exams as they have to prepare for entrance exams
also?
Kritika: Class XII can be very stressful as students have to
prepare for both Board exams as well as entrances. However, one must make a
timetable and stick to it. Sometimes the pressure is quite high but as I said
earlier if you start preparing little by little right from day one, it will get
lot easier in the later period.
Samir: Do you think coaching classes are helpful in achieving
the desired score?
Kritika: Yes, coaching classes were very helpful. I never took
tuition during school days. I took coaching only in winter and from my own
school teacher for computer and physics. I believed in self study and that
helped me the most. When I used to encounter problems, I used to get it cleared
within next day. In coaching classes u get exposed 2 whole lots of questions,
and because you solve different types of questions you get very good practice.
Coaching institutes help you till an extent as they give you study material,
practice papers, etc. However, how you perform in exams actually depend on your
own efforts.
Samir: What are you looking forward to?
Kritika: I am looking forward to get admission in a renowned
medical college. It would be like a dream come true for me if I manage to get
admission in AIIMS, JIPMER or NEIGRIHMS. I have been doing preparations.
Samir: You are very bright in the studies, your performance
says so. What do you plan to become in the future?
Kritika: I want to become a doctor and serve mankind and
contribute towards healthy Sikkim. I want to pursue MBBS, then MD, most
probably in Gynecology.
Samir: What advise will you give to students who have not fared
well in their exams?
Kritika: Even if you have not performed well in Class XII
exams, it is not the end of the world. Do not be disheartened, take this as an
eye opener and start studying from now itself. Always be ready to approach
teacher whenever in doubt. There is
always the next time. The world is full of opportunities for you, you should
just be ready to work hard and stretch your arms to reach for them. I will like
to wish all of them Good Luck!
