I always liked maths. I think that was one of the reasons I took engineering as my major, even when did decently other subjects as well.

But being declared the winner for solving some 30 math MCQs put me in the limelight which not only accelerated my desire to learn more of it but also gave me this belief that knowledge has the potential to give you the things you want. Like, a free sonata watch and the latest mobile phone of the time.

Yes, that was the prize, along with some certificates.