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CBSE, CISCE Class 12th Results by July 31, Assessment Criteria for Allotting Marks Announced
New Delhi: After the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) and the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) cancelled Class 12 exams on June 1, both the boards on Thursday submitted the evaluation criteria for Class 12 in the Supreme Court and informed that the results will be declared by July 31.
The Board informed the Apex court that final result for Class 12 students would be evaluated based on 30:30:40 ratios, in which 30% would be counted from Class 10, another 30% from Class 11 and 40% from Class 12 respectively.
The assessment of theory portion of 80/70/60/50/30 marks will be done by the school based on the following criteria:
| Class | Component to be evaluated | Percentage |
| Class XII | Marks based on Unit Test/Mid-
Term/Pre- Board Exams |
40% |
| Class XI | Marks based on theory component of
final exam |
30% |
| Class X | Marks based on average theory component of best three performing subjects out of main 5 subjects. | 30% |
For evaluating a student, marks in best of three papers for Class 10 would be given 30% weightage, for Class 11 weightage of 30% and for Class 12 weightage of 40% would be counted.
While, marks in the best 3 subjects out of 5 will be will be given 30% weightage for class 10, final exam marks of class 11 will be counted, and for class 12 the marks obtained in pre boards, unit test, mid-terms, and practical’s will be taken into account.
The distribution of marks assigned to various components on the basis of which the final marks would be computed is as follows:
| Theory Marks | Practical/IA
Marks |
Total Marks | |||||
| Class X
30% |
Class XI
30% |
Class XII
40% |
Class XII | Class X | Class XI | Class XII | |
| 80 | 24 | 24 | 32 | 20 | 24 | 24 | 52 |
| 70 | 21 | 21 | 28 | 30 | 21 | 21 | 58 |
| 60 | 18 | 18 | 24 | 40 | 18 | 18 | 64 |
| 50 | 15 | 15 | 20 | 50 | 15 | 15 | 70 |
| 30 | 09 | 09 | 12 | 70 | 09 | 09 | 82 |
Key points of evaluation criteria submitted in the Supreme Court –
- Practical exams will be for 100 marks and the students will be assessed based on marks submitted by the schools.
- If a student is unable to meet the qualifying criteria – now spread across three years of study – they will be placed in the ‘essential repeat’ or ‘compartment’ category.
- There will be a result committee in each of the schools to rule out advantage to some students in schools, which traditionally give high marks to students.
- There will be a moderation committee to look into the difference in marking mechanism adopted by schools to put all students on a even keel as far as award of final marks for Class 12 is concerned.
- Historical performance of a school in Class 12 Boards for last few years , the overall percentage of marks obtained by students in past years’ board examination will be taken into account for moderation process.
Computation of theory marks will be done in the following manner-
For Class XII theory marks-
- The computation of theory marks for class XII will be based on performance in one or more Unit Tests/Mid-Term/Pre-Boards theory examination.
- “The result committee of the school may decide weightage to be given to each exam based on the credibility and reliability of the assessment. For example, if the committee may be of the considered view that only the Pre-Board exams may be taken into consideration, then a full weightage can be given to that component. Similarly, another school Result committee may decide to give equal weightage to Pre-Board exams and Mid-Term exams.”
- If some students have not appeared in any or some of the examinations conducted by the school, the Result Committee constituted by the School will have to address these challenges based on the analysis and study of the situation prevailing in the school and thereafter draw up a criterion for the assessment.
For Class XI theory marks-
- Computation of class XI theory marks shall be on the basis of year end final theory exam in respective subjects.
For Class X theory marks-
- Computation of class X theory marks will be based on average theory marks obtained by the students in best three performing subjects out of main 5 subjects. This average will be uniformly awarded to all the class XII subjects based on theory weightage.
- The Board will provide the marks for the students who have appeared in CBSE class X examinations. For students of other Boards, the schools will have to enter the information based on the class X marksheets of the students available with schools.
The Board will conduct compartment examinations for the students who are not able to meet the qualifying criteria in one subject and placed in compartment category.
Students who are not satisfied with the assessment done based on the policy will be given an opportunity to appear in examinations when conditions become conducive for holding examinations. The marks scored in the later examinations will be considered as the final score.
Solan—In a shocking incident on Monday, an 18-year-old youth, Pravesh, survived a vicious leopard attack in Sarli village of Arki subdivision. The teenager reportedly fought the leopard for nearly 12 minutes before breaking its jaw, killing the animal on the spot.
Quick Thinking Saved His Life
Pravesh told the media that he was walking from the fields to a nearby shop in the morning to fetch milk when the leopard, hidden in the crops, lunged at him. Noticing the leopard’s tail, he attempted to run but fell after a short distance. During the attack, he covered his neck with his hands to protect himself from fatal bites.
The teenager continued to struggle with the leopard, repeatedly attempting to put distance between himself and the predator. In a desperate move, he grabbed the leopard by its mouth, twisted its jaw, and broke it, killing the animal instantly. Pravesh sustained multiple injuries, including deep claw marks, and is currently receiving treatment at Arki Hospital. Police and forest department teams have launched an investigation into the incident.
Serious Allegations of HP Forest Department’s Negligence
One of Pravesh’s relatives accused the forest department of negligence, noting that similar attacks had occurred in the area previously.
Earlier, a leopard had attempted to attack a scooter rider, who managed to escape. The family said they had informed the forest department on March 6 about potential danger, but no concrete action was taken. Villagers waited for three hours for a forest team to arrive, but none came. When the Block Officer eventually visited, he reportedly told villagers to ensure their own safety. Requests for cages to capture the leopard were also denied, with officials asking for written complaints instead.
SHIMLA | 7 August 2025 –The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate rainfall across Himachal Pradesh over the next two weeks, with isolated heavy to very heavy showers likely over the low hills, plains, and adjoining mid-hill regions. While the ongoing monsoon remains vital for agriculture, it also brings an elevated risk of localized flooding and landslides.
Week of August 8–14
Maximum temperatures will range from 22°C to 34°C, depending on elevation—22°C to 28°C in high hills, 26°C to 30°C in mid-hills, and up to 34°C in lower regions. Minimum temperatures are expected to remain near normal, between 12°C and 24°C. Cooler conditions may persist in districts like Kullu and Lahaul-Spiti.
Week of August 15–21
Similar rainfall patterns are expected to continue, with scattered heavy rain episodes. Temperature trends will remain stable, though slightly below-normal maximum temperatures are likely in parts of Lahaul-Spiti, Mandi, Kangra, and Kullu districts.
Outlook for Late August
Rainfall is expected to remain broadly normal, with region-specific variations. Districts such as Kinnaur, Shimla, and Sirmaur may see below-normal precipitation, while Una, Kangra, Hamirpur, Bilaspur, and Solan are likely to receive above-average rainfall. Both maximum and minimum temperatures are forecast to stay close to seasonal norms.
Officials at the Meteorological Centre in Shimla have urged residents and local authorities to remain alert for sudden heavy downpours, which could disrupt road connectivity and trigger landslides—especially along vulnerable hillside routes. Past monsoon episodes have blocked key highways, including routes between Mandi and Kullu and near Banjar, underscoring the ongoing challenges in the region.
This advisory comes as Himachal Pradesh continues to face the dual pressures of sustaining its agriculture-dependent economy while managing the life and infrastructure risks posed by an active monsoon. Continued vigilance and preparedness remain crucial.
SHIMLA | 7 August 2025 –Himachal Pradesh continues to deal with the impacts of the 2025 monsoon season, reporting extensive property damage, loss of lives, and widespread disruptions across the state. According to the official reports from the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC), the Department of Revenue, and the India Meteorological Department, from June 20 to August 6, 2025, heavy monsoon rains caused significant damage across multiple districts:
- Casualties: 199 deaths due to landslides, flash floods, cloudbursts, drowning, lightning, electrocution, and accidents; 304 injuries reported.
- Property Loss: Extensive damage to houses (both pucca and kaccha), shops, factories, labor sheds, animal shelters, and substantial crop losses in agriculture and horticulture.
- Public Infrastructure: Over ₹1,900 crore in damages to roads (including PWD), power supply, health, education, fisheries, rural and urban development, and animal husbandry.
Most affected districts include Mandi, Kangra, and Hamirpur, with severe crop and infrastructure losses.
Additionally, 91 deaths occurred due to monsoon-related road accidents.
Public Utilities and Infrastructure Disruptions
The SEOC report dated August 7, 2025, highlights ongoing disruptions:
- Roads Blocked: About 493 major roads and 3 national highways (NH-305, NH-21, NH-05) remain blocked by landslides and floods.
- Power Supply: Disruption of 1,120 distribution transformers (DTRs).
- Water Supply: 245 water schemes affected, threatening access to potable water for communities.
Key blockages include NH-21 between Mandi and Kullu and NH-305 near Banjar and Jhed.
Weather Forecast and Warnings
The India Meteorological Department’s forecast valid from August 7, 2025, includes:
- Isolated heavy rainfall expected throughout the week.
- Thunderstorms and lightning predicted in isolated areas.
- Minimum temperatures near normal or slightly below.
- Maximum temperatures showing a moderate increase.
The public is urged to remain vigilant due to the risks of further landslides and flash floods.
Himachal Pradesh remains vulnerable as the monsoon season continues, with thousands affected by damage, displacement, and disruption of essential services. Authorities are continuing with rescue and recovery operations and are urging residents to stay alert to the ongoing adverse weather. This situation highlights the pressing need for enhanced infrastructure and disaster management strategies to mitigate monsoon-related risks.
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