In practice, though, here’s the problem in real life. Where the CBSE is concerned, the board exam is being used for purpose #1: certifying minimum competence. Delhi University, on the other hand, uses it for purpose #2: as a filter to select top-performers, which is not what the boards are designed for.
Aadisht seeks to understand the purpose of examinations and reviews the new CBSE exam design scheme, HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skills).
Also, if you haven’t yet read it, check out the discussion on regulation of education in India by Abi and Ravikiran.
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