A Glimpse into the Past: Stories of Innocence and Discipline

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The author reflects on their childhood years spent in a bygone era, where life was simpler and schools were places of discipline, respect, and kindness. They fondly remember their teachers, classmates, and the boarding school system, where every member was part of a tight-knit family. The author's memories are filled with anecdotes of how their teachers shaped their thinking, built their character, and instilled values such as discipline, respect, and truthfulness. These stories not only highlight the beauty of a bygone era but also serve as a reminder of the importance of values and discipline in shaping young minds.

Key Takeaways:

  • The author attended Caset Experimental School and Greenland High School in Srinagar, where they developed a strong sense of discipline, respect, and kindness towards their teachers and peers.
  • The schools had a strong emphasis on values, with teachers instilling discipline and respect in their students through their actions and examples.
  • The author remembers their teachers, including Siraj Sir, Farooq Sir, and Mukhtar Sir, who taught maths, Narinder Sir, who was a PT teacher, and Sushma Ma'am, who made history feel like a story.
  • Students came from diverse backgrounds and celebrated various festivals together, including Eid, Milad, Nauroz, Shivratri, and Baisakhi.
  • The school principal, late Mohammad Ashraf Jan Sahib, was highly respected and had a special charm that commanded discipline and respect from the students.
  • The non-teaching staff, such as Maqbool Seab Jr., Halima Ji, Kanta ji, and Kiran Ji, were also part of the school family and were treated with respect by the students.
  • The author's memories of their school days are filled with stories of simple joys, such as sharing a cup of tea and a sweet for just two rupees, and the importance of discipline and respect were instilled in them through positive reinforcement.
  • The author believes that these values and memories can be revived and shared with the next generation to rebuild the spirit of discipline and respect in schools and society.

Statistics:

  • The author attended Caset Experimental School and Greenland High School in Srinagar.
  • The school had a diverse student population from various communities, including Muslims, Kashmiri Pandits, and Sikhs.
  • The school had around 52 students in the author's time and had a small canteen that was run by Maqbool Seab Jr.
  • The author's pocket money was two rupees, which he used to buy simple joys such as a hot cup of tea and a samosa or an ice cream.
  • The author's memories are a reminder of the importance of values and discipline in shaping young minds.

Sources:

  • The Northlines (2025) - distributed by Contify.com
  • Syed Majid Gilani (author) - [email protected]