Rahul Gandhi Criticizes Modi Government Over CBSE Exam Evaluation Issues
Rahul Gandhi slams Modi govt over CBSE exam errors, targeting students

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Rahul Gandhi, leader of the opposition, accused the Modi government of neglecting complaints regarding errors in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) exam evaluations, claiming students are being targeted. He highlighted a sharp decline in the pass percentage for 2026 and called for accountability from the Education Minister.
- 01Rahul Gandhi alleged that students are being abused and labeled 'anti-national' for raising concerns about CBSE exam errors.
- 02In 2026, the overall pass percentage dropped to 85.20%, a significant decline from previous years.
- 03Gandhi emphasized that the Modi government fears the questioning youth, particularly Gen Z.
- 04The CBSE announced refunds for students charged extra fees during the application for scanned answer sheets due to technical issues.
- 05The deadline for applying for scanned copies of evaluated answer books was extended to May 25, 2026.
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Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the Congress party, criticized the Modi government for its handling of complaints regarding errors in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) exam evaluations. He claimed that students raising concerns have faced abuse, with one student being labeled 'anti-national' on social media. Gandhi pointed out that 18.5 lakh students took the exam, and serious questions about the evaluation process have emerged, particularly following the introduction of the new Online Scanning Method (OSM). The pass percentage for 2026 saw a sharp decline to 85.20%, raising alarm among students and parents. In response to the backlash, the CBSE announced refunds for students who were overcharged for scanned copies of their answer sheets and extended the application deadline to May 25, 2026. Gandhi's remarks reflect a growing frustration among students and a call for accountability from the Education Minister.
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The decline in pass percentages and issues in exam evaluations could affect students' academic futures and public trust in educational institutions.
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