17-Year-Old Sarthak Sidhant Testifies Before Parliamentary Panel Regarding CBSE OSM Issues

A parliamentary committee in India recently convened to discuss concerns surrounding the Central Board of Secondary Educations (CBSE) On-Screen Marking (OSM) system. A 17-year-old Class 12 student, Sarthak Sidhant, presented his views and highlighted issues such as potential evaluation errors and irregularities in the tender processes related to the digital grading system.

The committees inquiry has ignited a national debate about the transparency and accuracy of student assessments conducted through the OSM. Several stakeholders, including officials from the Ministry of Education and CBSE, provided insights into the functioning of the digital evaluation system, aiming to address the raised concerns and enhance trust among students and parents.

This review comes amid ongoing efforts to modernize examination processes in India, with many advocating for greater accountability and efficacy in educational evaluations. The committees findings and recommendations are anticipated to inform future policy changes and improve the integrity of the assessment system.