An Class XI student of Vinay Nagar Bengali Senior Secondary School in Delhi has sought an independent review of his examination evaluation, alleging harassment and discrimination affected his assessment. He was declared unsuccessful in Business Studies and asked to take a compartment exam. He cited stress, health issues and confusion over evaluation criteria in his representation to authorities

New Delhi, Jun 15: A Class XI student of Vinay Nagar Bengali Senior Secondary School, Delhi approached the education department seeking an independent review of his examination evaluation, alleging harassment and discrimination may have affected the fairness of the assessment process, officials said on Monday.

In a representation submitted to the authorities on Sunday, the student said he had improved his academic performance through self-study, revision and online learning after an unsatisfactory showing in the mid-session examinations. However, he was later declared unsuccessful in Business Studies and was required to appear for a compartment examination.

The student alleged that he faced harassment and discrimination during the academic session and claimed that certain developments adversely affected his academic experience. He also alleged that remarks made against him caused emotional distress and affected his confidence and reputation.

According to the representation, he received differing guidance regarding the manner in which answers should be written in the compartment examination, leaving him confused about the evaluation criteria.