Kerala SHRC seeks report on extra time for Type 1 diabetic students in CBSE 2025 exams: CBSE’s existing guidelines explained

Published On : 2024-11-18T11:57:45+0530 [ IST ] | Author : Mayur_Tembhare
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RepresentationalType 1 diabetes (T1D) affects a substantial number of students in India creating significant challenges especially during exams. According to a TNN report over 800,000 children nationwide live with this condition including 8,000 in Kerala. Of these 2,500 students are supported through the state government

Recognising the gap in exam regulations the Kerala State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) asked the CBSE to submit a report on providing T1D students with additional time during exams. While CBSE has taken supportive measures such as permitting needed materials and medical devices in exam halls, it does not yet grant extra time

Existing CBSE Guidelines for Students with Type-1 diabetesExisting CBSE Guidelines for Students with Type-1 diabetesThe Central Board of Secondary Education has made efforts to accommodate students with T1D. Since its 2017 circular the board has provided specific facilities to ensure these students can manage their medical needs during exams.

Existing guidelines of CBSE for students with Type-1 diabetes

Essential Items:Sugar tablets, chocolates, candies, fruits (e.g., bananas, apples), high-protein snacks like sandwiches, water bottles (500 ml) and prescribed medicines.Medical Devices:Glucometers, glucose testing strips, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices

Students are required to follow a structured process to avail these facilities which includes early registration, submission of necessary documents and notification of the requirements to the exam centres in advance.

However it is important to note that the listed benefits for Type-1 diabetes candidates currently do not include any clear provision for extra time during exams.

Kerala's model: Extra time for Type-1 diabetes students Kerala's model: Extra time for Type-1 diabetes students

Kerala’s model: Extra time for Type-1 diabetes students

For SSLC (10th grade) and Plus Two (12th grade) board exams students with T1D receive an additional 20 minutes per hour to manage their condition during tests. This policy aims to take into account the interruptions caused by managing fluctuating blood sugar levels during

Following this a recent plea by Bushra Shihab from Kerala to the State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) highlights the disparity between state and CBSE provisions. The petitioner urged CBSE to adopt similar measures ensuring parity in exam support. Following this the SHRC directed CBSE to submit a report within

Why is this move necessary?

As one of India's largest educational boards CBSE serves over 20 lakh students annually making such a change impactful on a large scale. Granting extra time during exams would help alleviate the stress faced by students with Type 1 diabetes (T1D)

Source : Reporters From Sunrise Chronicles

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