Burden of Examinations
Poor students remain burdened with examinations all the year round. There are monthly tests, class tests, quarterly tests, half-yearly tests, and then annual exams. Students keep cramming and mugging up things so that they can secure good scores in their tests and exams. Some of them even spoil their health and eyesight in their attempt to please their teachers and parents by securing good marks. They are left with no time to take care of their health. Those who fare better than others in their exams are considered to be more intelligent, The fact that exams are not the true test of one’s ability is always overlooked. And yet exam, are considered to be the final test of one’s knowledge and ability. Many unfortunate ones, who fail ro come up to the expectations of their teachers or parents take the extreme step of ending their lives. Currently, it is being considered to do away with examinations up to the tenth standard. It is a welcome move but then how to assess the progress of students. The question needs a thorough study and till then, exams will remain a necessary evil