UAE Students Achieve Outstanding CBSE Results Amid Exam Cancellations
UAE students score near-perfect CBSE results despite most exams being cancelled - here's how they did it
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Despite the cancellation of most exams due to regional tensions, UAE students from CBSE schools achieved remarkable results in their Class 12 examinations. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) implemented an alternative assessment scheme, allowing students to demonstrate their knowledge through practicals and internal evaluations, resulting in many achieving 100% pass rates.
- 01Students in UAE-based CBSE schools maintained high performance through consistent internal assessments, with many achieving scores above 97%.
- 02The new assessment scheme relied heavily on practical exams and internal evaluations due to the cancellation of written papers.
- 03Top scorer Adithi Pramod achieved 99.6% after sitting only one exam, attributing her success to consistent preparation throughout the year.
- 04Joshua Sunny Stanley emphasized a balanced approach to studies, combining academics with sports and social activities, stating that success does not require total sacrifice.
- 05Punit MK Vasu, CEO of the Indian High Group of Schools, praised CBSE's response to the crisis, highlighting the fairness of the assessment policy.
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The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) released Class 12 results for students in UAE schools, achieving impressive outcomes despite the cancellation of most exams due to regional tensions from the US-Israel-Iran conflict. The board introduced an alternative assessment scheme, relying on practical exams and internal evaluations, which allowed many students to demonstrate their knowledge effectively. Top scorers like Adithi Pramod from GEMS Our Own Indian School achieved 99.6%, having sat only one exam, while others like Liz Ajith and Apurva Ranjith also excelled with scores of 97.20% and 99.8%, respectively. Students attributed their success to consistent preparation and a focus on internal assessments throughout the year. Joshua Sunny Stanley, another high achiever, highlighted the importance of maintaining a balanced life, stating that success does not necessitate sacrificing personal enjoyment. Punit MK Vasu, CEO of the Indian High Group of Schools, commended the CBSE for implementing a fair assessment framework that accurately reflected students' efforts during an unprecedented academic year.
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The results have significant implications for college admissions, allowing students to proceed with applications and secure scholarships based on their performance.
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