In a remarkable feat, three students hailing from Karnataka have secured a perfect 100 percentile in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Mains 2023 . The results of the JEE Mains Engineering paper were announced recently by the National Testing Agency (NTA), revealing the outstanding achievements of these students. Among the 43 candidates who scored a perfect 100 percentile, Ridhi Kamlesh Kumar Maheshwari, a female candidate from Karnataka, emerged as the topper. The JEE Mains is a highly prestigious national-level entrance test conducted to facilitate admissions into various Engineering and Technology, Architecture, and Planning courses at renowned institutions such as NITs (National Institutes of Technology), IIITs (Indian Institutes of Information Technology), and other participating colleges. It also serves as a screening test for IIT (Indian Institutes of Technology) JEE aspirants across the country. It is important to note that the NTA has current...
Wokeism, a term that gained prominence in the 2010s, refers to a heightened awareness of social, cultural, and political issues, with a particular focus on combating racism and promoting social justice. This concept has become a focal point of both praise and criticism, dividing public opinion along ideological lines. In this article, we explore the two sides of wokeism and delve into the complexities of this social phenomenon. The Positive Side: Wokeism has undoubtedly played a crucial role in raising awareness about systemic inequalities and injustices that have long plagued society. By alerting people to racial prejudice, discrimination, and other forms of social disparity, it has fostered a deeper understanding of marginalized communities' struggles. Many proponents argue that being woke is a step towards progress, as it encourages individuals to empathize, listen, and take meaningful action to address societal imbalances. One of the significant achievements of Wokeism is its a...