Supreme Court alarmed by CBSE's on-screen marking system irregularities
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Why in news
The Supreme Court expressed concern over systemic irregularities and student frustration regarding the CBSE's On-Screen Marking (OSM) system for Class 12 examinations.
Background
The OSM system involves teachers assessing scanned copies of physical answer sheets on computers rather than manual marking. A PIL filed by Rakesh Binjola seeks a high-powered committee to oversee reforms and regulations for the digital evaluation process.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyCBSE: Central Board of Secondary Education, an autonomous national-level board of education in India
- S&TOSM (On-Screen Marking): A digital evaluation process where scanned answer scripts are graded via computer interfaces
- PostChief Justice of India: Currently held by Justice Surya Kant (as per the provided text context)
For Mains
Q. Critically analyze the challenges associated with transitioning from manual to digital evaluation systems in national-level examinations and suggest measures to ensure transparency and accuracy.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Accountability gap: Difficulty in auditing digital marking logs compared to physical scripts for grievance redressal
- Digital divide: Disparity in infrastructure and training for evaluators across different regions affecting marking consistency
Keywords: Digital Evaluation · Transparency · Public Interest Litigation · Educational Governance · Algorithmic Accountability
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