India, July 7 -- At an age when many people choose a relaxed life after retirement, 75-year-old Milkhi Ram from Himachal Pradesh continues to chase his passion for education. Holding an impressive record of 32 academic degrees, Ram recently appeared for another examination, proving that the desire to learn has no age limit.

A resident of Gandar area in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district, Ram appeared for a Sanskrit examination at the IGNOU study centre in Hamirpur on June 30. He was the oldest candidate at the centre, and his dedication inspired several students appearing alongside him.

The MA in Sanskrit programme at IGNOU, which Ram is pursuing, is recognised as equivalent to an 'Acharya' degree. His academic journey began while worki...