Mysore :

“Grasp what you read as reading should be qualitative and not just quantitative,” suggested Gurudath Hegde, State IAS topper with a national ranking of 25.

He was interacting with students at a programme organised jointly by Maharaja’s College, Yuvaraja’s College and Centre for Proficiency Development and Placement Services (CPDPS) of Mysore University at Maharaja’s College Centenary Hall here this morning.

About 1,500 students of various colleges participated in the programme and interacted with Hegde after listening to the valuable tips given by him.

Speaking on preparations for the competitive exams, the 2013 State IAS topper from Dharwad advised the students to cultivate the basic behaviour of reading books and newspapers and develop a passion for knowledge.

He asked the students to change their mindset first as nothing was impossible and inferiority complex should be shunned. He suggested them to be confident in their work as perseverance and hard work always ensured success.

When students asked whether coaching was essential for competitive examinations like IAS, Hegde answered in the affirmative saying that coaching at a right centre would put the students in the right groove to reach the goal.

He said that during coaching, a student could meet people, interact and exchange ideas and knowledge. However, he contended that a good coaching would involve a lot of money and time but should be utilised properly.

Maharaja’s College Principal Prof. B. Nagarajmurthy, Administrative Officer Vasanth, Yuvaraja’s College Placement Officer Swarnamala, CPDPS Director Dr. Niranjan Vanalli and others were present.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> General News / August 11th, 2014