(a) whether it is true that a committee headed by Shri M.M. Salukhe had suggested to a
new national board (UGC) to conduct the examination on-demand system;
(b) whether the new national board will address the needs of millions of students country
wide;
(c) if so, the details thereof;
(d) the purpose and motive to bring the new system of on-demand exam; and
(e) the salient features of the proposed new on-demand exam?
MINISTER OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
(SHRI RAMESH POKHRIYAL ''NISHANK'')
(a): Yes, Sir. The University Grants Commission has informed that the Committee has
suggested for the establishment of a National Board to conduct Examination On-
Demand.
(b) & (c): This system is envisaged to provide flexibility to the students, specially those
enrolled under open and distance education mode, to undertake assessment based upon
their readiness.
(d) & (e): The Committee has recommended the following salient features for this system:
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(i) Related syllabus, study material and question banks to be made available to the
candidates;
(ii) Open to all, no age limit, minimum requirements of eligibility etc;
(iii) Use of technology/automation;
(iv) Ensure highest dependability, openness, reliability, transparency and recognition.
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