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Published on 2024-12-24 04:20:41 - MSN
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  • In a significant shift in education, officials say the Center has eliminated the "no-detention policy" for classes 5 and 8 in schools under its control, enabling them to fail children who fail the year-end tests.

The Indian government has decided to abolish the 'No Detention Policy' for students in Classes 5 and 8, as announced by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. This policy, introduced under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, previously ensured that students were automatically promoted to the next grade without failing. The decision to scrap this policy was made after consultations with states and Union Territories, aiming to address concerns about learning outcomes and educational quality. The amendment to the RTE Act will now allow schools to detain students if they do not meet the required academic standards, with the specifics of the implementation left to the states. This change is part of a broader effort to enhance educational standards and ensure that students achieve necessary competencies before advancing.

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