In a controversial decision, the Karnataka government, led by Siddaramaiah, has directed students to bring their own answer sheets for examinations, sparking criticism from various quarters. The move, aimed at cost-cutting measures, has drawn sharp condemnation from Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Tejasvi Surya, who asserts that it reflects a government in disarray, having lost its dignity to govern.
In Short:
- BJP MP slams Siddaramaiah-led Karnataka government
- Claims government has ‘lost the dignity to continue in office’
- Government directs schools to have students bring own answer sheets
Surya took to social media to express his concerns, emphasizing the financial challenges faced by the state and urging the Chief Minister to allocate immediate funds to the education department for the printing of answer booklets.
In the academic year 2022-2023, the Karnataka School Examination & Assessment Board (KSEAB) provided answer sheets along with the question paper. However, this year, it has decided to distribute only the question paper.
The cost-cutting measure, despite not imposing any fees on students, has triggered widespread backlash. Students, parents, and opposition parties have all voiced their discontent, highlighting the potential negative impact on the quality of education and fairness in examinations.
In a related development, the Karnataka High Court added to the challenges faced by the education system in the state by canceling notifications appointing the Karnataka School Examination & Assessment Board as the competent authority for certain exams.
