British-Indian siblings Krish and Keira enter Mensa after scoring in top percentile in supervised IQ tests; here¡¯s what we know
British-Indian twins Krish and Keira from Hounslow, UK, have been accepted into Mensa after scoring in the top percentile in IQ tests. Krish scored 162 and Keira 152, placing them in elite company. Their parents encourage both academic and creative pursuits.
British-Indian siblings Krish and Keira, both 11 years old, have been admitted into Mensa, a global high IQ society, after achieving top scores in supervised intelligence tests. Krish was the first to qualify with a score of 162, the highest in his Mensa Supervised Test session. His twin sister, Keira, followed soon after, scoring 152 on the Cattell III B scale. Their scores place them in the top 0.26% and top 2% of children with high IQs respectively.
A family that supports learning daily
The twins live in Hounslow, west London, and study at a local public school. Their mother, Mauli Arora, a senior IT manager originally from Delhi, said their parenting style is very involved. ¡°We are actively engaged in their daily activities,¡± she said. Krish attends private piano lessons and weekend robotics classes. Keira is interested in poetry and creative writing.
Their father, Nischal, an electronics engineer from Mumbai, moved to the UK about 25 years ago. The family balances academic activities with creative development for both children.
Distinct strengths: Maths and the arts
Mauli described Krish as highly analytical with strong skills in mathematics. Although he is about to start Year 7 in September, he has already completed Year 9 mathematics through the online platform Mathletics. Keira, on the other hand, is more inclined toward the arts. She writes poetry, enjoys creative writing, and is the lead vocalist in her school¡¯s rock band. From September, she will begin private vocal training at her school.
Future plans already in focus
The twins also have clear academic and career goals. Krish is interested in studying mathematics at Cambridge and wants to become an actuary. Keira is considering a legal career in commercial law. Their parents continue to encourage both children to pursue workshops and academic exposure that match their interests. Krish is also being introduced to basic economics to support his long-term plans.
Both children show different strengths but share a strong sibling bond. Their mother noted that while they do argue like typical siblings, they often team up when it comes to parental involvement. The Mensa membership is seen by their parents as a proud moment reflecting both the children's efforts and the family¡¯s support structure.
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Nancy Jaiswal is a journalist who started her career in reporting and has covered both hard and soft news. From serious city news developments to lighthearted lifestyle pieces, she has written on almost everything hapenning in India (except maybe alien invasions¡ªyet!). For her, writing isn¡¯t just work; it¡¯s a passion, an obsession, and sometimes the reason she forgets to reply to texts.
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