NSUI Moves Delhi HC Over Alleged Glitches in CBSE's OSM, Seeks Probe

The National Students' Union of India (NSUI), the student wing of the Congress party, has filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the Delhi High Court, raising concerns over alleged glitches in the Central Board of Secondary Education's (CBSE) On-Screen Marking (OSM) system. The PIL seeks a detailed investigation into the system's functioning and its impact on students' results.

The NSUI has alleged that the OSM system, used for evaluating answer sheets, has shown discrepancies that could affect the accuracy of students' marks. The petition calls for reopening the verification process and conducting manual re-checking of answer sheets in cases where errors have been reported. The organization has also demanded a thorough inquiry to identify and address the root cause of these alleged issues.

This move comes at a time when students and parents have been voicing concerns about the transparency and fairness of CBSE's digital evaluation methods. The NSUI has argued that such glitches, if left unaddressed, could undermine students' academic futures and the credibility of the education system.

The Delhi High Court is expected to take up the matter soon, with further details about the hearing and CBSE's response still awaited. The outcome of this case could have significant implications for how digital evaluation systems are implemented and monitored in the future.

The controversy highlights the broader debate over the reliability of technology-driven assessment systems in education. As digital tools become more common, stakeholders are calling for stronger safeguards to ensure fairness and accuracy, especially in critical processes like exam evaluations.