Syllabus may be reduced for students: HRD Minister

New Delhi: The syllabus for the next academic year in educational institutions may be reduced in view of the situation created by the corona virus. There may also be a reduction in study time.

This information was given by Human Resources Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' in a tweet. He said that in view of the present situation and after receiving suggestions from a large number of teachers and parents, consideration was being given to reduce the syllabus and study time in the next academic year.

The HRD ministry had on Monday discussed with the states and stakeholders about opening the school. In the meeting Secretary School Education, Anita Karwal, State Education Secretaries discussed the safety of students etc.

According to ministry officials, the states have suggested action plans to hold classes at different stages, remove attendance registers, call students one day apart and avoid any accidents.

Students who have moved to their home districts due to the Corona epidemic will now be able to appear in the exams in those districts. Examination centres have also been set up in their districts to provide relief to these students.