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The World Cup fever has gripped the City. With board exams around the corner, students seem to be caught between studies and cricket matches. They are confused whether they should prepare for their exams or watch their favourite teams play the match. Their confusion is only going to get worse with the matches getting more interesting as time goes. The worst-affected are the SSLC and PUC students who have no option but to stick to the books.
However, the students also seem to be cautious about managing their time well.
Says Swaroop S Prasad, a second PU student, “First of all, cricket is one of the biggest distractions for boys and whenever matches happen during exams, we are in a fix. But we must not find excuses and ignore studies.”
Parents also make an effort to ensure that the youngsters do not spend too much time in front of the TV. “Although it is tempting to watch cricket, we make sure we turn off the TV or disconnect the cable. It’s only for the welfare of the children. We can’t possibly compel them to not watch TV since it can have adverse affects on their mind,” says Gayathri Prasad, a homemaker.
But there are people who balance both entertainment and studies well. “Exams are always there but World Cup happens only once in four years. Whenever we have a break between exams, we should make use of it and revise well. This way, we will not only save time but also be relieved and keep ourselves composed,” says Gautham Pathi, a tenth standard student.
Students face many other problems during the World Cup as well. “Bursting of crackers during the night can be very disturbing. It is a major distraction while studying. People don’t realise that they are indulging in celebrations at the wrong time although it may be a moment to celebrate. They must also spare a thought about the pros and cons of bursting loud crackers at odd hours,” says Deeksha, a student of class 10.
“One can watch the highlights of the match but the fun of watching a live match is incomparable. But scoring less and then complaining later is not justified. The students cannot put the blame on the World Cup if they score less as it will mainly be their own fault. So they should ensure that they devote the right time for studies,” sums up Manoj B A, a lecturer.