It's February 8th, 2024, and while my friends are buzzing with excitement for Valentine's Day, I find myself consumed by stress over the looming CBSE BOARD EXAM. The first exam is set for February 22nd, 2024, marking what may very well be my final encounter with my English textbooks. Throughout the year, English classes seemed to drift past in a blur of boredom, with my attention rarely fully engaged. It became a familiar pattern: the night before an exam, I'd hastily flip through my reference book, speed-reading chapter summaries in a frantic attempt to cram, yet somehow managing to secure decent marks in the end. But February 22nd held significant weight—it was the ultimate test, the culmination of my efforts. So I reasoned with myself: "Why not prepare in advance and spare myself the last-minute panic?". Additionally, with the exam covering the entire syllabus, I knew I had to give it my all, pushing myself to give 200%. Uncertain of where to begin, I resorte
How many of you have come across differently-abled individuals? I'm sure many of you have encountered such individuals on multiple occasions. We often feel sad about their situation and try to express sympathy toward them. We assist them, sometimes even without them explicitly asking for help. However, we fail to realize that our actions may inadvertently lead to discrimination rather than genuine support. While our intentions may be good, we tend to generalize that people with different abilities are incapable of being self-reliant and constantly require assistance. This form of discrimination is pervasive, even in well-educated and developed societies. However, it is essential to note that you should not be blamed, as most individuals, approximately 95%, remain unaware of this type of discrimination. Let us delve into a better understanding of the concept of ableism. By definition, Ableism is discrimination against individuals with disabilities, perpetuating societal norms tha
