A crisis of confidence

A prestigious school education board of India has suddenly found itself in the eye of the storm following the introduction of an ‘on-screen marking’ system. Change is necessary and inevitable, but implementing reforms without adequate safeguards can be risky. Years of good work can be overshadowed by a single act of neglect. The future of students is at stake, and parents are being subjected to tremendous stress. The doubts cast on the evaluation system could linger in the minds of students for years. The Education Ministry must undertake a thorough review of the system and work diligently to restore the confidence of students and parents.

Balasubramaniam Pavani,

Secunderabad

Fair play needs planning

Congratulations to Royal Challengers Bengaluru on a memorable IPL title triumph. Their consistency and performances throughout the tournament deserve appreciation. At the same time, one cannot help but feel for Gujarat Titans. The team arrived in Ahmedabad late at night before the match and had very little time to recover and prepare. Following the game, they also had to contend with unexpected logistical difficulties and disruptions. While such challenges are part of professional sport, adequate rest and smooth travel arrangements are essential to ensure that teams compete on as level a playing field as possible. As the IPL continues to grow, tournament organisers should consider scheduling and travel-related factors more carefully so that the quality of competition is determined primarily by performance on the field.

Bhavleen Saini,

Mohali, Punjab