Question : GRACE MARKS TO STUDENTS



(a) the criteria followed in awarding grace marks to students who excel in sports by CBSE/ICSE;

(b) whether some State Governments are also awarding grace marks to such students; and

(c) if so, the details thereof?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SMT. D. PURANDESWARI)

(a) : There is no provision in the Examination Bye-Laws of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) to award grace marks. However, CBSE grants exemption in attendance under certain conditions in respect of students who excel in sports.

(b) &(c) : Information regarding award of grace marks by the State Govt. is not available with this Ministry.