Toppers have emerged from various schools across Mumbai, with some securing perfect scores. One such student, Esha Sonawane, a 15-year-old Mulund resident, states that keeping cool was a key part of her preparation. 

The avid Kathak dancer, who has taken five dance exams since childhood, told mid-day, “I was given a few extra marks for pursuing dance, which helped me score 100 per cent. Every time studying would get boring or monotonous, I would practise Kathak or another dance form to relieve stress.” Being big on music, dance, and particular about time management helped this Sou Laxmibai English School student in her pursuit of excellence.