The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has made a crucial announcement for Class 12 students regarding the Hindi board exam scheduled for March 15, 2025. Given that Holi celebrations will take place around the same time in several regions, CBSE has decided to offer a special re-examination for students unable to appear for the Hindi exam on the scheduled date.

This decision comes after concerns were raised by students, parents, and political leaders, including Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, who criticized the board’s scheduling. The announcement has been widely covered by major news platforms such as Hindustan Times, The Times of India, NDTV, The Indian Express, and many more.

🔹 CBSE's Official Announcement

CBSE confirmed that:

The Hindi exam will be held as scheduled on March 15, 2025.

A special re-exam will be conducted for students who miss the paper due to Holi celebrations.

Students will need to provide a valid reason and apply through their respective schools to avail of this opportunity.

CBSE emphasized that the re-exam is a one-time provision and does not indicate a general postponement of the exam.

🔹 Why Was This Decision Made?

Several stakeholders pointed out that conducting an exam immediately after Holi could be problematic, particularly in states where Holi celebrations extend over multiple days. Many students and their families travel during this period, making it difficult for them to take the exam. The concern was that students would either:

• Miss the exam entirely, leading to unnecessary academic stress.
• Appear unprepared, as festive activities might disrupt their study schedules.

CBSE's decision ensures that students do not have to choose between celebrating a major festival and appearing for an important board examination.

🔹 Mixed Reactions to the Move

While many have welcomed the decision, some question whether this sets a precedent for future exam schedule changes based on festivals. Others, like Akhilesh Yadav, termed the move "impractical," stating that it would have been better to reschedule the exam for all students rather than holding a special re-test.

🔹 What Students Should Do Next

• If you plan to sit for the March 15 exam, no action is needed.
• If you anticipate missing the exam due to Holi, contact your school authorities immediately to understand the re-exam application process.
• Keep an eye on CBSE’s official website (cbse.gov.in) for updates on the re-exam date and guidelines.

🔹 Final Thoughts

CBSE’s move to accommodate students affected by Holi celebrations is a progressive step towards flexibility in the Indian education system. It acknowledges cultural diversity and ensures that students are not academically disadvantaged due to festival schedules.

However, it also raises important questions about how exam schedules should be planned in the future to avoid such clashes altogether. Will CBSE adopt a more inclusive approach while designing future timetables? Only time will tell.

For now, students can breathe a sigh of relief, knowing that they will have another chance if they miss the Hindi exam due to Holi festivities.

💬 What do you think of CBSE’s decision? Should exams be rescheduled for major festivals in the future? Share your thoughts!