Mysore/Mysuru, Nov. 11 -- Senior writer Nemichandra (Nemichandramma) has expressed concern that though women are excelling and leading in every sector, their representation in policy-making positions remains limited.

She was speaking at a function organised to commemorate the birth anniversaries of renowned scientists Madame Marie Curie and Sir C.V. Raman at Hardwicke School premises in the city on Saturday. The event was jointly organised by Shaikshanika Rangabhoomi Samsthe and The Academy Trust.

Pointing out that girls consistently outperform boys in academics, Nemichandra said that in both SSLC and PUC examinations, girls dominate the list of top 10 students.

"In the 2019 SSLC exams, Subhashini, the daughter of an auto driver, score...