Attended Quote by Shakuntala Devi
“I have been running maths clubs for children completely free. In my building in Bangalore, I conduct maths clubs for several months, and every child who attended the club was poor in mathematics and is now showing brilliant results.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public talk, Bangalore, 2015
Providing free math clubs transformed underperforming children into high achievers through consistent practice and encouragement.
In simple terms: Free math clubs helped poor students become brilliant.
Key Takeaway
Offer free, regular math support.
Themes
education
empowerment
skill development
Mood
inspirational
hopeful
determined
Type
educational
motivational
real‑world.
When to use this quote
- school after‑school programs
- community learning centers
- online tutoring
- parent workshops
Key Concepts
growth mindset
practice
confidence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can communities fund ongoing free tutoring?
- What motivates volunteers to stay engaged?
A Different Perspective
Sustaining funding and volunteer commitment can be challenging.
