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Delhi HC Issues Notice to CBSE on Calculator Use for 12th Grade Exams
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What Happened?
The Delhi High Court has issued a notice to CBSE regarding the use of calculators in the 12th-grade Accountancy exam. The court has given CBSE and other parties eight weeks to respond.
Key points
- The Delhi High Court is hearing a petition regarding calculator use in the 12th-grade Accountancy exam.
- The court has asked CBSE, the central government, NCERT, and PARAKH to clarify their positions.
- The next hearing is scheduled for January 2, 2027.
- In December 2024, CBSE approved the use of calculators in the Accountancy exam but has not implemented it yet.
- The petition argues that allowing calculators would save students' time and help them focus on concepts.
- Currently, calculators are only permitted for students with specific disabilities.
Key insights
- If approved, the use of calculators may enhance students' understanding of concepts rather than just calculations.
- This could lead to a more equitable examination process for students with disabilities.
- The delay in implementing the approved use of calculators raises questions about CBSE's responsiveness to educational needs.
Why it matters
This decision could significantly impact how students approach their Accountancy exams.
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India Today
