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Time of India
17 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Only 68 words on Shivaji Maharaj in CBSE books, claim Maha MLCs
Nagpur: Maharashtra legislative council members from across partylines on Friday raised concerns over the representation of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in CBSE schools' textbooks. They claimed that just 68 words about the Maratha king feature across 2,200 pages of history taught from Classes 1 to 10. The state govt responded, saying the issue has been formally raised with the Union govt and would be resolved. Raising the matter, MLC Satyajeet Tambe said it was "highly condemnable" that Shivaji Maharaj's legacy found such inadequate mention in the NCERT syllabus, which is used by all CBSE-affiliated schools. "We are promoting the NCERT curriculum across Maharashtra, yet across 2,200 pages, only 68 words are about Shivaji Maharaj. This is unacceptable," said Tambe. He added that Shivaji Maharaj's contributions should be taught not just in Maharashtra but across the country. Minister of state for school education Pankaj Bhoyar said the government was serious about the issue and had already flagged the matter to the Union education ministry. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo "Our school education minister Dada Bhuse met the Union education minister to discuss this. History books could have been updated earlier too. Our govt has ensured Unesco recognition for 12 forts of Shivaji Maharaj, so we are serious about preserving his legacy," Bhoyar said. MLC Amit Gorkhe demanded a timeline for resolving the issue and sought greater inclusion of Shivaji Maharaj's history in textbooks. MLC Bhavana Gawali also criticised the limited mention of Shivaji Maharaj in history books, saying the state should have pursued the matter more aggressively in Delhi. "We have a pro-Hindutva govt at the Centre; this should have been resolved already," she said. Bhoyar assured the House that Maharashtra's own curriculum being developed on CBSE lines would include maximum focus on the state's historical and geographical aspects. "Since Bhavana Gawaliji has spent five terms as MP in Delhi, I will take her guidance in resolving this issue quickly," Bhoyar said.
Time of India
17 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Probe ordered into complaint of discrimination against RTE students in Barwani school
Barwani: A probe was ordered on Friday on a complaint against a CBSE-affiliated private school in Niwali tehsil of Barwani. The school allegedly did not allow poor tribal children admitted through Right to Education (RTE) sit with regular students. District Education Officer and district project convenor (Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan) in Barwani formed a five-member committee to investigate the complaint of rule violation and discrimination against tribal children admitted through RTE. The committee will submit inquiry report within three days. Niwali block resource coordinator Mahendra Singh Rathore told TOI that as per the complaint of 13 tribal parents of Merkhedi village, the private school run under CBSE in English medium operates from 8 am to 1 pm. The children admitted under RTE were being called to school after 1pm for the last one year. The parents said that holding separate classes in the afternoon was against the rules and it prevented students from participating in morning prayers and extracurricular activities. They also complained that the school was charging fees and then providing uniforms and books. Rathore said that the matter was reported to district project convener and other senior officials and the complaint was made to district collector, district education officer, block education officer, tehsildar, block resource coordinator, and SDMs of Pansemal and Sendhwa. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it legal? How to get Internet without paying a subscription? Techno Mag Learn More Undo Tribal leaders and public representatives visited the school on Friday and demanded a high-level inquiry into the matter. One of the directors of the school, Piyush Sharma, told TOI, "Since the children were from rural backgrounds, they did not know Hindi or English, so the teachers had difficulty in explaining things to them. As such, their timing was separated. After the protest by the parents, they have now been made to sit with all other children." He termed the allegations of discrimination as wrong and said that the children of higher classes admitted through RTE study together.
NDTV
3 days ago
- General
- NDTV
How CBSE's Competency-Based Assessment Improves Real Learning In Schools
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has taken a major step to improve the quality of education by introducing the Structured Assessment for Analysing Learning (SAFAL) for all its affiliated schools starting from the academic session 2025-26. This move is in line with the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which aims to shift learning from memorisation to real understanding and skill-building. What is SAFAL? Launched in July 2021, SAFAL (Structured Assessment for Analysing Learning) is a competency-based diagnostic assessment designed to help schools and teachers evaluate how well students understand key concepts. It is not a competitive or qualifying exam but rather a tool to improve teaching and learning. In 2024, over 10,000 CBSE-affiliated schools in India and abroad participated in SAFAL. Following its success, the assessment is now compulsory for students of Class 6 and Class 9 in the upcoming academic session. This means it will include students who completed Class 5 and Class 8 in 2024-25. Registration Timeline SAFAL 2025-26 School Registration is open from July 8 to July 22, 2025. Schools can register through the SAFAL portal using their LOC (List of Candidates) credentials: Why SAFAL Matters SAFAL is designed to: Evaluate real learning instead of rote memorisation. Test critical thinking, problem-solving, and application of knowledge. Help schools identify learning gaps, adjust their curriculum, and improve teaching. Keep school-level results confidential, avoiding unhealthy comparisons. Guide teacher training and improve classroom strategies. Provide insightful data for long-term planning and support. CBSE has also introduced a competency-based assessment framework for Classes 6-10 in English (Reading), Science, and Mathematics, as part of its Competency-Based Education Project. How Will Schools Benefit? Each participating school will receive: A school-level performance report showing how students performed in key competencies. Data to help with academic planning, teacher training, and resource allocation. Insights to involve parents and school communities in improving learning outcomes. The data will be used for continuous improvement, not ranking or judging. CBSE has made it clear that no special preparation is needed, and regular classroom teaching is enough to perform well in SAFAL. Moving Forward By adopting SAFAL and moving away from rote-based evaluations, CBSE aims to: Motivate the education system to embrace competency-based learning. Help students develop analytical and inquiry-based skills. Improve the overall quality of education across both government and private CBSE schools. As India transitions into a new era of education under NEP 2020, SAFAL serves as a foundation to reshape assessments and empower learners, teachers, and schools alike.
Time of India
5 days ago
- General
- Time of India
CBSE seeks support from schools for NIOS exams in October–November 2025
CBSE schools to host NIOS Public Examinations in Oct–Nov 2025. (AI Image) NIOS Oct–Nov 2025 exams: The Central Board of Secondary Education ( CBSE ) has formally requested all affiliated schools to extend their support to the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) for the smooth conduct of its Public Examinations scheduled for October–November 2025. This initiative is part of a collaborative effort to ensure that open and distance learners have access to reliable examination centres. The circular, dated July 10, 2025, was issued by Dr. Sanyam Bhardwaj, Controller of Examinations, and addressed to the Principals and Heads of Institutions of all CBSE-affiliated schools. The notification was also uploaded on the CBSE website to ensure wide visibility among affiliated schools across the country. NIOS to conduct Public Examinations in CBSE schools NIOS, an autonomous institution under the Department of School Education and Literacy, Ministry of Education, Government of India, conducts Public Examinations twice a year – once in April–May and again in October–November. These examinations are held for Secondary (Class 10), Senior Secondary (Class 12), and various Vocational Courses. The CBSE notification noted that NIOS is the largest open and distance learning system in the country, catering to the "most disadvantageous section of the society." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like MacBook Air M4- now available at ₹83906* MacBook Air M4 Undo Every year, NIOS utilises the infrastructure and services of CBSE-affiliated schools to organise its examinations. Schools requested to register as exam centres In the official circular, Dr. Bhardwaj stated, "I would request you to kindly extend your cooperation and convey your consent for the conduct of Public Examinations through the registration link - Examination Centre - Register Now." The circular emphasised that cooperation from CBSE-affiliated institutions is vital to facilitate the upcoming Public Examinations for NIOS learners. It stated that "your assistance will help NIOS in holding Public Examinations of its learners," highlighting the importance of institutional support in this large-scale examination exercise. Logistics and administrative role of CBSE-affiliated institutions The CBSE schools will be expected to provide examination infrastructure and administrative support to ensure the exams are conducted in a secure and orderly manner. This collaboration is considered essential for maintaining consistency in examination standards across locations. The circular concluded with the assurance of continued partnership and a formal note: "Looking forward for your kind support as extended always." Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!
India Today
5 days ago
- General
- India Today
CBSE asks schools to support open school board exams in October-November 2025
CBSE has asked its affiliated schools to assist in conducting the NIOS Public Examinations scheduled for October-November an official notification issued to school principals and heads, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) highlighted the importance of institutional support for the exams conducted by the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS), which holds public examinations twice every year for Class 10, Class 12, and vocational board said, 'The next Public Examinations of NIOS is scheduled to be held in the month of October/November, 2025,' and emphasised that the infrastructure and cooperation of CBSE-affiliated schools are essential for smooth conduct of these REQUESTED TO REGISTER WILLINGNESS CBSE has instructed schools to express their willingness to become examination centres by filling out an online form available on the NIOS website: >> Examination Centre >> Register NowIn its official letter, CBSE stated, 'Your assistance will help NIOS in holding Public Examinations of its learners.'This initiative aims to ensure that learners registered with NIOS -- many of whom belong to disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds -- can appear for their exams at accessible and properly managed PLAYS A VITAL ROLE IN INCLUSIVE EDUCATIONThe National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) is recognised as the largest open schooling system in under the Ministry of Education, NIOS provides flexible and inclusive educational opportunities to students who are unable to participate in the conventional schooling offers a wide range of academic options for secondary and senior secondary education, alongside vocational and life enrichment programmes, designed to meet the diverse learning needs of its student FROM CBSE-AFFILIATED SCHOOLS ESSENTIALBy contributing infrastructure and resources, CBSE schools play a critical role in helping NIOS conduct its exams October-November 2025 exams will mark another important cycle in offering accessible education to all CBSE's appeal, more schools are expected to come forward and partner with NIOS, reinforcing a shared commitment to inclusive and equitable quality education.- Ends
