Central Government Abolishes 'No-Detention Policy' for Classes 5 and 8 in Schools Governed by It
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The Central government has recently decided to abolish the 'no-detention policy' for students in classes 5 and 8 in schools governed by it. This policy change allows schools to detain students who fail to clear their year-end exams in these grades.The no-detention policy, which was part of the Right to Education Act, aimed to reduce dropout rates by ensuring that students were not held back based on their performance in exams. However, the policy faced criticism for potentially compromising the quality of education, as some students were promoted without adequately mastering the curriculum.With the new rules, schools will now need to maintain detailed records of students who fail, identify their learning gaps, and implement specialized interventions to help them improve. This move is intended to ensure that students receive the necessary support to succeed academically and to address the concerns about educational standards.The decision affects over 3,000 central schools, including Kendriya Vidyalayas, and is seen as a significant shift in the approach to primary and middle school education in India.