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NEET, Medical, Pharmacy Careers - Answered on Apr 25, 2025

Dr Nagarajan JSK is an associate professor and former head of medical research at the JSS College of Pharmacy, Ooty.
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Asked by Anonymous - Jan 17, 2025
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Sir I have completed my MPC intermediate from state board and bsc maths now I am not happy with what I am doing so how do I write biology as additional subject to meet meet eligibility criteria? Doesn't it matter if I complete few subjects in state level and biology from nios having two different board certifications

Ans: Hi,

There's nothing wrong with taking biology through NIOS in order to prepare for the NEET exam. However, you should also consider your knowledge in chemistry and physics. Do you have a solid foundation in those subjects? If not, attempting to appear for NEET might be a waste of time.

You will need to prepare for both NEET and the NIOS exam, which means you should expect to spend at least 1-2 years on this process. Is it worth the time and effort? Since I don't know you well enough, I can’t comment definitively.

Keep in mind that no one can stop you from learning. Please take some time to evaluate your situation and make decisions accordingly.

BEST OF LUCK.

POOCHO. LIFE CHANGE KARO.
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I recently started dating my girlfriend, and naturally I wanted her to feel special and comfortable, so I've been spending quite a lot on outings, gifts, food, cabs, and small surprises - almost like treating her like a princess. I genuinely enjoy doing these things, but at the same time I'm also starting to worry about my own finances and limited pocket money. Sometimes I even end up borrowing money from friends just to keep up the same level of spending. Now I'm confused because I don't want the relationship to become too dependent on money or expensive treatment from my side. I also have a small fear in my mind - what if she slowly gets used to this lifestyle and keeps expecting the same all the time? How do I maintain a healthy balance between being caring and generous in a relationship while also staying financially practical and not putting pressure on myself?
Ans: Dear Anonymous,
It is great that you have been spoiling your girlfriend with gifts, outings, etc. I am sure she appreciates them. But in a healthy relationship, the material things matter less than the effort and thought you are putting behind them. If you are in a solid relationship, your partner won't mind even if you are not giving her expensive gifts or taking her out to expensive restaurants. Moreover, what you are feeling right now is a healthy realization. Couples often confuse the initial bonding as something that needs constant spending of money. That does make your partner happy, but that is not exactly what makes her fall in love with you.

Now realistically, the biggest sign that your approach needs adjustment is that it's getting heavy on your pockets and you are borrowing money to keep up the experience. This is where it needs to be checked because this approach is not sustainable. Relationships are about emotional safety and comfort, not a financial performance. Too many expensive gestures can lead a couple to lose sight of the actual connection. Here's a healthier balance: cut down on the luxury; instead of an expensive restaurant, go for a cup of tea, maybe. See how she responds to the scaling down. If it really affects your relationship, it was never strong to last. Ideally, it should not matter. Don't build romance on financial stress. Moreover, if she ever mentions that you don't do the grand things you once did, it doesn't immediately mean she is materialistic. Sudden cutdown can feel like losing attention. Just communicate the financial aspect of it honestly. Let her know that as much as you loved doing them for her, it was really difficult to maintain, but are still doing everything but maybe in a smaller scale that fits your budget. There's nothing wrong in that, please remember that.

Hope this helps.

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