India, July 21 -- An NRI living in Norway recently sparked an online conversation about the true cost of competitive schooling in India. Drawing from his personal experience of living in both regions, he revealed that the most profound difference between the two societies isn't wealth, but how children are raised. He expressed deep concern about Indian teenagers enduring relentless school hours, coaching-centre pressure, and the pressure to achieve high marks.

"After living in both Norway and India for many years, I realised the biggest difference between Scandinavia and India isn't money or wealth. It's how we treat and raise our children," Vinod wrote on X.

Explaining his remark, he continued, "It genuinely hurts me to see Indian teen...