GORAKHPUR, Aug. 6 -- Governor Anandiben Patel on Thursday said the trend of female students outperforming their male counterparts in higher education reflected their dedication, discipline and determination, while urging parents and educational institutions to introspect on why boys were falling behind.

Addressing the 45th convocation of Deen Dayal Upadhyaya (DDU) Gorakhpur University after honouring meritorious students with gold medals, the governor noted that girls had been securing a larger share of top academic honours and gold medals across universities.

"Why are daughters moving ahead while sons are falling behind? Every family and educational institution must think seriously about this," she said.

Congratulating the medal winne...