Krish Arora, a 10-year-old Indian-origin boy from Hounslow, West London, has achieved an IQ score of 162, surpassing the estimated scores of renowned physicists Albert Einstein and Stephen Hawking.
This places him in the top 1 percent of the most intelligent individuals globally and earns him membership in Mensa, the international society for individuals with exceptional intelligence.
In September, Arora is set to join Queen Elizabeth’s School, one of the UK’s top grammar schools, after excelling in his 11-plus exams, including scoring 100 percent in mathematics, Metro reported.
Arora has reportedly found primary school “boring,” stating that his lessons involve “multiplication and writing sentences all day,” while he prefers doing algebra. According to Metro, his teachers have asked him to assist classmates in mathematics during certain lessons.
Krish’s parents, Mauli and Nischal Arora, began noticing his exceptional abilities at the age of four. His mother, an IT professional, said, “He could read fluently, his spelling was excellent, and he completed an entire maths book in one sitting before turning four.”
Beyond academics, Arora has showcased extraordinary talent in music, excelling in piano and achieving recognition in Trinity College of Music’s Hall of Fame. Despite only starting piano two years ago, he has reached Grade 7 and won several music competitions. His memory and ability to play complex pieces without notes have impressed his family and judges alike.
Chess is another area where Krish shines, frequently defeating his mentor. Speaking to Metro His father, Nischal, shared, “He usually beats his teacher and will soon start competing in chess tournaments.”
Despite his many achievements, Krish remains grounded and looks forward to the challenges of his new school.
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