Yes, Children should be allowed to run in marathons if they have the capability. They should be encouraged to hone their talent.

Mehnaaz Manawar
Cuttack

Certainly not. long distance running at a tender age can cause serious ailments in the future.

Subhaya Saha
Murshidabad

Long distance running is a test of stamina and character, not of size and age. So, if there is talent, let it bloom.

Dushyant Chhetri
Darjeeling

Children should be allowed to take part if they wish to do so. Parents should not force them to take up long distance running.

Rajarshi Sahoo
Shibpur

Yes. who are we to put a stop to their wishes? Also, in other countries, potential long distance runners are nurtured right from their childhood. Shouldn’t we take a lesson from them since we fail so miserably at international meets?

Akash Mehta
via e-mail

No, if small children start training too early, there is a chance that they will burn out before achieving their full potential.

Amit Khurana
Durgapur

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