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Source: The post is based on the article “New guidelines propose no admissions to students below Class 9 at coaching centers” published in “The Hindu” on 30th September 2023.
What is the News?
Rajasthan Government has issued guidelines to regulate coaching institutes in Kota, a coaching hub.
Who recommended these guidelines?
The guidelines were recommended by a high-powered committee headed by the Principal Secretary (Higher & Technical Education) of Rajasthan Government.
The committee was appointed to look into the issue of suicides by the students in the coaching hub of Kota.
In 2023, 23 students have died by suicide.This year has recorded the highest number of students’ suicides since 2013.
What are the key guidelines issued by the high-powered committee in Rajasthan?
– Students below Class 9 may not be admitted to coaching institutes.
– Confidentiality of test results is essential.
– Batches should be formed alphabetically rather than based on students’ ranks.
– There should be no glorification of toppers.
– No segregation of students based on their ranks.
– A policy should be formulated for an easy exit from coaching centers with a refund of fees within 120 days.
– Routine tests at coaching institutes were halted for two months to reduce mental pressure on students.
