Akshaj V.
School: PSBB Sr. Sec. School, KK Nagar, Chennai
Class: 3
| What's one or two achievements that you are proud of? 1. Consistently presenting contents in an educational youtube channel called "Nonstop Sense" for the last 3 years. |
| What is your biggest fear and how do you overcome it? My biggest fear is unknown questions in the exam and I overcome it by repeated & widespread practice. |
| Who is your ideal and why? My ideal is my mom because she was not only a great teacher to help me excel in whatever I do but also was a great student during her student phase. That inspires me a lot to keep pushing the bars every time. |
| Which public figure (sportsperson, actor, etc.) inspires you the most? Sachin Tendulkar - A Bharat Ratna awardee |
| Who or what keeps you motivated? Rewards and recognition |
| Have you thought of your career line? What do you want to become and why? Astronaut - Space science intrigues me. |
| If there is one gift you would like to have, what would that be? Story books |
| Your favourite memory that you would like to share? The first moment when I got a trophy for my school in an extempore speech in UKG. |
| What's one thing about you that your friends don't know? My secret desire, anxiety & efforts to excel though I look cool outside. |
| What is your secret of making friends? Being fun at all times. |
| What are your hobbies? How do you keep a balance between your hobbies and studies? Reading books, presenting in educational youtube channel, attending various genres of contests, Chess, Bhagavad Gita, Cycling & Gardening work. I follow a strict schedule juggling among various activities with effective time management. |
| Which is your favourite sport? When did you start practicing and why? Chess. Practising for the last 2 years. Too many options of moving coins on the chess board always puzzles me. |
| What do you love to do the most in your free time? Reading books and playing chess. |
| What are your study tips for getting better grades in school examinations? Full attention in the class, consistent revision at home & effective time management |
| How do you prepare for Olympiads? I work on Olympiads past papers, worksheets etc. |
| How has appearing for Olympiad exams helped your studies? Since the syllabus of Olympiad papers and academics match to a great extent, preparing for Olympiads helps me in my studies too. |
| Do you have any advice or tips for students who are interested in appearing for Olympiads? Develop passion towards the subject and have a drive to excel so that we can contribute more to this nation and the world. |
