India’s Exam Reform Must Begin in the Classroom

Many students learn how to get high marks without fully understanding their subjects.

This happens when schools focus mostly on memorising answers for important exams.

Keeping exam papers safe is important, but it cannot fix this larger problem by itself.

Students should also show what they know through projects, classroom work, practical tasks and portfolios.

These activities can help teachers notice problems and improve learning early.

Good reading, maths and comprehension skills should be built from the beginning of school.

Teachers need training, time and support to use better assessment methods.

Different parts of India may need different ways to apply the same broad standards.

Exam reform will work best when education is about learning, not only about passing tests.