Dr. WANI SUHAIL AHMAD
Education is considered to be the key to success in life, and obtaining a degree from a reputed university is often viewed as a significant milestone towards achieving career goals. However, the current education system has some fundamental flaws that need to be addressed, one of them being the divisional improvement policy. This policy allows students to reappear for exams to score higher, and the new scorecards are issued accordingly. While this may seem like a fair chance for those who have failed or scored low in their exams, it is causing chaos and confusion among students and employers alike.
The Dark Side of the Divisional Improvement Policy
The divisional improvement policy is a short-term solution that is undermining the quality of education in the long run. This policy is leading to a situation where the motivation to perform better in the first attempt is lost, and students feel that they can always reappear for the exam to improve their grades. This practice not only undermines the hard work and efforts of those students who have achieved good grades in their first attempt, but it also raises questions about the credibility of the education system. The policy allows students to appear for exams that are below their level, which is a clear indication of how this policy is being misused. For instance, a Ph.D. student appearing for graduation first-year exams is an indication of how the education system is being manipulated to facilitate easy success. This is not only unfair to other students but also undermines the value of hard work and dedication.
The Impact on Employers and the Job Market
The divisional improvement policy is not only affecting the students but also the employers who rely on the transcripts of students to judge their knowledge and expertise. The employers are now confused about the credibility of these scorecards, and they cannot differentiate between a student who has appeared for the exam for the first time and one who has attempted it multiple times. This can have serious consequences for the job market as well, as the employers are not able to assess the skills and knowledge of the candidates accurately. This practice is leading to a situation where the quality of the workforce is being compromised, and the employers are not able to get the desired results.
The Need for a Change
The divisional improvement policy is a practice that needs to be abolished immediately. The universities must take a stand against this policy and ensure that students are given fair chances to excel in their first attempt. The credibility of the education system depends on it, and the future of the students is at stake. Quality education must not be compromised for the sake of convenience.
The universities must realize that this policy is not a solution to improve the quality of education. Instead of offering students an easy way out, the universities must focus on providing them with extra support and assistance to improve their knowledge and skills. This will not only help the students to achieve better grades but also enhance the quality of education in the long run. The education system must be designed in a way that encourages students to work hard and excel in their first attempt.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the divisional improvement policy is a practice that needs to be abolished immediately. It is causing more harm than good and undermining the quality of education. The universities must take a stand against this policy and ensure that students are given fair chances to excel in their first attempt. This is essential for the credibility of the education system and the future of the students. The focus must be on providing students with extra support and assistance to improve their knowledge and skills, rather than offering them an easy way out. Only then can we ensure that the education system is providing quality education to students, which will enable them to succeed in their careers and contribute positively to society.
(The Author is Assistant Professor, Department of Geography, University of Ladakh)
