Kathmandu: The government has decided to eliminate the structure of political student organizations from schools and universities within two months.
The decision was included in the agenda of 100 decisions made by the Cabinet led by Prime Minister Balen Shah on Friday, which emphasizes ending political interference in the education sector. Instead of political student organizations, it has been stated that a Student Council and a “Voice of Students” mechanism will be developed within 90 days.
The decision also states that citizenship will not be required to study up to the undergraduate level. Furthermore, arrangements will be made to publish the results of bachelor’s and master’s level examinations according to the calendar provided by the Ministry of Education.Additionally, it has been decided to prohibit internal examinations for students up to Grade 5.
