Is there any pressure from parents or society to chose a career in Technology as opposed to sciences?
True, many parents resent their sons and daughters choosing a career in sciences, but on the whole French society respects academics and regards them highly. I hear that the SPIC Mathematical Institute under the direction of Professor C S Seshadri FRS, is offering B.Sc. courses. This is a very healthy sign, when first rate mathematicians get involved in undergraduate teaching. Qn: What are the feelings of the French people towards India? One thing I can say. A good number of people including President Jacques Chirac are very supportive of India’s position on nuclear testing. Actually many people resent America’s sanctions on India on this count. Qn: Tell us about your experiences in India outside academic activities. My wife and kids enjoyed their stay here. My sons (aged 6 and 3) were happy playing along with the kids of all the workers here. But I noticed that people here find it surprising or unusual for our kids to mix with other kids. About food. I am strictly a non-vegetarian. I
