Caught Between Crisis and Exams: CBSE's third circular leaves Gulf students in prolonged uncertainty The crisis-hit Indian education system has left thousands of students from the Gulf region stuck between uncertainty and anxiety as the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) issued its third circular on the evaluation process, leaving little room for clarity. The latest development comes amidst the backdrop of a raging pandemic that has already disrupted academic schedules worldwide. The CBSE's first circular had stated that class 10 students would be assessed based on their performance in classes 9 and 10, while class 12 students would have to appear for board exams as scheduled. However, the second circular reversed this decision, stating that both classes would be evaluated through a mix of internal assessments and board exams. The third circular has once again changed the narrative, stating that only internal assessments would be conducted for class 10 students. For thousands of students studying in Indian schools in the Gulf region, this constant flux is causing undue stress and anxiety. With the academic calendar already affected by the pandemic, these students are now left wondering what lies ahead. "It's like being caught between a rock and a hard place," said Rakesh Kumar, a parent whose child is in class 10. "We don't know what to expect anymore." The uncertainty has also taken a toll on students' mental health, with many struggling to cope with the constant changes. "I'm finding it really difficult to focus on my studies when there's so much uncertainty surrounding our exams," said Rohan Thomas, a class 10 student. "It feels like we're being punished for something that isn't even our fau...#CBSE #Gulf_region #pandemic #Indian_education_system #class_10_students #class_12_students #board_exams #internal_assessments
