We should teach our children to conquer the modern world while preserving our culture and our identity, he added.

He made these remarks participating at the annual prize giving ceremony of Ananda College, Colombo on Monday.

The President was warmly welcomed by the students at the event while the scouts of the Ananda College accorded a Guard of Honour.

He further said that the attention of the government has been drawn to implement programs to protect children at school and in the society.

President Sririsena further said that he will build a country where children will be able to live freely without being victims of this indiscipline society.

The President also awarded prizes to the students for their achievements.