Introduction
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) 2025 board exams faced an unexpected delay at a Ranchi centre due to a shortage of question papers. This incident, which occurred on the first day of the exams, affected around 90 students and caused a delay of over an hour. In this blog, we will explore the details of the incident, its impact on students, and the measures taken to resolve the issue.
Incident Overview
The CBSE board exams for Classes 10 and 12 commenced on February 15, 2025, across various centres in India. However, at the Army Public School, Deepatoli Centre in Ranchi, the exams were delayed due to an alleged shortage of question papers. The exams were scheduled to begin at 10:30 am, but the shortage caused a delay, and the students had to wait for over an hour for the new set of question papers to arrive.
Impact on Students
The delay affected around 90 students who were scheduled to take the Class 10 English exam at the Deepatoli Centre. The students remained uncertain about whether they would be able to take the exam, causing anxiety and stress. The delay also affected the parents who had arrived early to drop off their children due to road closures necessitated by President Droupadi Murmu's visit.
Measures Taken to Resolve the Issue
The centre authorities took immediate action to resolve the issue by printing the required set of question papers. The students were eventually handed the question papers around 12:10 pm and were allowed to finish their exam by 3:10 pm. Despite the delay, all students were provided with the full time allocated for the exam, ensuring that they did not face any disadvantage.
Official Statements
The centre head, who did not wish to be quoted, stated that the delay was due to technical issues, which were quickly resolved by the CBSE. The CBSE coordinator for Ranchi, Paramjeet Kaur, mentioned that she was not aware of any such issue at the examination centre. The principal of the Army Public School, Deepatoli, Abhay Kumar Singh, underplayed the incident, stating that technical problems sometimes arise, but the board resolved it in time.
Implications for Future Exams
The incident highlights the importance of ensuring adequate preparation and contingency plans for board exams. The CBSE and examination centres must take proactive measures to prevent such incidents in the future. This includes thorough checks of question paper availability, timely communication with examination centres, and efficient handling of any technical issues that may arise.
Conclusion
The delay in the CBSE 2025 board exam at the Ranchi centre due to a shortage of question papers caused significant inconvenience to students and parents. However, the prompt action taken by the centre authorities ensured that the students were able to complete their exams without any disadvantage. As the CBSE continues to conduct board exams, it is crucial to implement measures that prevent such incidents and ensure a smooth examination process for all students.
