Between unbending Exams and Life-disruptive Emergencies: Rethinking Exam Policies Through a Humane Framework
The rigid examination policies of Nepal’s education system, especially during board exams, impose oppressive burden on students, forcing them to endure the weight of personal tragedies—serious illnesses, family bereavements, natural disasters, or unforeseen emergencies—while navigating an academic labyrinth that offers no concessions, no reprieve, and no alternative paths forward.
July 1, 2025
