Board Exams Face Challenges: Paper Leaks, Violence, and Reforms

Exam disruptions include a paper leak in Jharkhand, a deadly clash in Bihar, and upcoming reforms for CBSE Class 10 exams.

The Jharkhand Academic Council canceled Class 10 Hindi and Science exams after question papers were leaked and circulated on social media; re-examinations are planned.
A Class 10 student was killed and two others injured during a violent clash over cheating at an exam hall in Sasaram, Bihar.
CBSE conducted the Class 12 Physics exam on February 21, described as moderate and concept-based, while the Class 10 Science exam on February 20 was seen as balanced but challenging by some students.
The CBSE announced plans for biannual Class 10 board exams starting in 2026, aiming to shorten exam periods and reduce academic stress.
Over 44 lakh students are participating in CBSE Class 10 and 12 exams this year, with strict guidelines in place to prevent cheating and ensure smooth conduct.