An Ideal Student

The very word "Student" denotes a person fond of studies. 'Studies' do not mean just bookish knowledge, but real knowledge of men, society, nature, and mind, etc. Such variegated knowledge car obtained only by a person of strong mind and will, good heart, and sound health. So, the very connotation of being an ideal student is one's keen interest in developing an all-round personality.

By going into details, we can say that an ideal student has a thirst for knowledge. He has the curiosity to learn and understand new and new things about man and nature. He has a regular routine for doing everything. Thus he is regular and punctual. He gets up early in the morning, takes regular exercise, has his bath, and goes to his school or college on time. He devotes his time to studies whole-heartedly and is in the good books of his teachers whom he respects as sincerely as he respects his parents. He helps the weak students in their studies and never makes fun of them. If others outdo him, he accepts their superiority with humility. He may have a healthy competition with them, but he is never jealous of them. Similarly, he plays one or the other game, but with a sportsman's spirit.

An ideal student is very particular about his character and manners. He is truthful, honest, and frank. He does not find fault with others but tries to get rid of his own drawbacks if any. He has no evil habits like drinking smoking, gambling, etc. He is a great patriot and is ready to die for his country. He knows that by making himself strong in body and mind, he is also serving the national cause, because, as Emerson says,

“Not gold but only men can make

A nation great and strong."

An ideal student is very studious. He knows that an idle man's brain is the devil's workshop. He does the right thing at the right time. He believes in his own sincere effort. He does not believe in underhand methods. For instance, copying in the examination can never be his motto. He is not only a voracious reader and a good player but also a good speaker and writer. He believes in bringing constant efficiency in his work. He has a positive and optimistic attitude towards life. Failures do not depress him, nor do successes turn his head. He has a balanced mind and personality.