Education Ministry Addresses Class 12 Result Concerns Amid On-Screen Marking Implementation
'Eliminated totalling error': Education Ministry defends On-Screen Marking amid Class 12 result row
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The Indian Ministry of Education defended the On-Screen Marking (OSM) system used for Class 12 exams, addressing student concerns over potential grading errors. Sanjay Kumar, Secretary of the Department of School Education, emphasized the system's reliability and outlined new re-evaluation fees to ensure fairness in grading.
- 01The On-Screen Marking system was first introduced by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in 2014 but faced technical issues that halted its implementation.
- 02Approximately 98 lakh students' answer sheets were scanned for the Class 12 examinations this year.
- 03Around 13,000 answer sheets were deemed illegible due to the use of very light-colored ink by students and were checked manually.
- 04Students wishing to view their answer sheets will be charged ₹100 (approximately $1.20), with refunds available if marks increase after re-evaluation.
- 05The Ministry of Education and CBSE prioritize student welfare and accuracy in marking.
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The Indian Ministry of Education has defended the On-Screen Marking (OSM) system implemented for Class 12 board examinations, following student complaints regarding grading errors. Sanjay Kumar, Secretary of the Department of School Education and Literacy, clarified that OSM is not a new concept, having been introduced by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in 2014 but previously halted due to technical limitations. This year, approximately 98 lakh students' answer sheets were scanned, with a focus on enhancing security and accuracy. Kumar noted that errors in totalling marks have been eliminated through this digital evaluation process. However, about 13,000 answer sheets were found to be illegible due to the use of light-colored ink, necessitating manual checks. To address concerns regarding grading, the Ministry announced new fees for students wishing to view their answer sheets, validate their papers, or re-check specific answers, with refunds available if marks are adjusted upward. Kumar reassured students that the welfare of all candidates is a top priority for both the ministry and the CBSE.
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Students can now access their answer sheets and have a clear process for re-evaluation, ensuring transparency and fairness in grading.
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