( file pic : Education Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank)
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New Delhi : Union Education Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ on December 31, 2020, announced the dates of commencement of CBSE Board examinations. Pokhriyal said that Class 10th and 12th Board Examinations will be held from May 4, 2021 to June 10, 2021.
The results of Class 10th and 12th Board Examinations will be declared by July 15, 2021. Pokhriyal further informed that Practical exams of Class 12th will start from March 1, 2021.
Pokhriyal said that students, teachers, and schools are facing an unprecedented and uncertain situation due to the Covid-19 epidemic but teachers have worked tirelessly to ensure that students do not face any difficulty in their studies. He appreciated the teachers for working hard and for adopting new techniques and methods of teaching. He highlighted that the Government has also taken various steps to provide a platform and content for learning through digital medium.
Pokhriyal said that the decision on the dates have been taken after considering the suggestions given by students, teachers, and parents, according to a PIB release.
The Minister extended his greetings on New Year’s Eve and wished students great success at board exams as well as in life ahead.