The Karnataka government has ordered a re-examination for students who appeared for the agriculture course practical test at the Hiriyur centre. This decision was confirmed by Karnataka Agriculture Minister N Chaluvarayaswamy on Tuesday.
Reason for Re-examination
The move comes after reports of irregularities and concerns raised by students regarding the conduct of the practical examination. Minister Chaluvarayaswamy stated that the government is committed to ensuring fairness and transparency in the examination process.
Details of the Decision
The re-examination will be conducted for all students who took the test at the Hiriyur centre. The date and other logistics will be announced shortly. The minister assured that the re-exam would be held under strict supervision to prevent any malpractices.
Students have welcomed the decision, expressing relief that their concerns were addressed. Many had earlier complained about discrepancies in the evaluation process, which prompted the government's intervention.
Background
The agriculture course practical test is a crucial component of the BSc agriculture degree program. The Hiriyur centre in Chitradurga district had seen a large number of students appearing for the exam this year.
This is not the first time such an issue has arisen in Karnataka. In previous years, similar complaints have led to re-examinations in other subjects. The government has reiterated its zero-tolerance policy towards examination irregularities.
Official Statement
Minister Chaluvarayaswamy said, "The government has decided to conduct a re-examination for the agriculture practical test at the Hiriyur centre. We have received several complaints, and we want to ensure that every student gets a fair chance." He added that strict action would be taken against those found responsible for any lapses.
The decision is expected to benefit hundreds of students who were anxious about the outcome of the earlier test. Parents and educational activists have also praised the government's prompt action.
