The measure of tests

The measure of tests

News:

Recently, the government announced that the National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct JEE and NEET exams twice a year from 2019

Important facts:

1. T he Ashok Misra committee set up by the HRD Ministry in 2015 to review the JEE had recommended that an online aptitude test be offered two or more times a year.
2. The recent decision conduct both JEE (Main) and NEET twice a year is consistent with the advice.
3. It is an important step towards achieving a transparent, accessible and fair testing process based on aptitude and suitability of the student.
4. Challenges:

Computer-Based test might turn into a barrier for rural students-

• shortcomings due to poor school education system in rural areas
• Might create an additional financial burden on students for taking preparations
• Cost of travelling to testing centre

5. Measures to be taken:

• Proper planning and allocation of adequate funds
• Regulation of coaching institutes to curb exploitation of students
• Improving school education for better learning outcomes