Examination Reforms
Taking a cue from the changes suggested in the National Curriculum
Framework (NCF-2005) reforms are introduced, which include making the class 10
board exams optional strengthening of the comprehensive and continuous
evaluation (CCE) system and the introduction of a grading system. The Central
Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will make class 10 board exams optional,
with effect from 2011.
This move however, is essentially meant for students studying in CBSE’s
senior secondary schools and those who do not wish to move out of the CBSE
system even after their board exams. However, students who wish to move out of
CBSE after class 10 will be required to take the board’s external examination.
Also, students studying in CBSE’s secondary schools will be required to take the
board’s external (written / online examination) because they will be leaving
the secondary school after class X. However, CBSE will introduce an on demand
proficiency test for students who wish to assess themselves.
