Bareilly,

13 Nov (HS): On Thursday, UP Governor Anandiben Patel advised universities to

guarantee 100% attendance in exams and to halt the practice of holding back

paper exams. Addressing the 23rd convocation event of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule

Rohilkhand University here, the Governor, who is also the Chancellor of the

state universities, stated that universities should quit holding back-paper

exams. All examinations need 100%

attendance. Back or additional papers are tests offered for students who have

failed one or more subjects. Students

must pass such exams in order to receive their degrees.

Patel

highlighted the achievements of female students, saying, It is heartening

to see girl students excelling in every field. But we must also determine why

boys are falling behind and take appropriate action.”

She

applauded the university's decision to bestow the lifetime achievement award,

calling it a great gesture, and encouraged students to dream big and apply

their expertise for national advancement.

Dreams are those that prevent us from falling asleep rather than those

that keep us awake. Think big,

think strong, she advised pupils.

During the ceremony, Patel presented

the lifetime achievement award to Jharkhand governor and university alumni

Santosh Kumar Gangwar and praised the efforts of Anganwadi workers. She also

published booklets for primary schools and pushed educational institutions to

promote the singing of Vande Mataram in honor of its 150th anniversary. Patel

expressed concern at the recent tragedy in Delhi, saying it was regrettable

that educated individuals were involved in such a crime, and that it requires

us to be vigilant and introspective.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi