The State Government of West Bengal is planning to revamp its education system, from pre-primary to higher education, to ensure a higher standard of education for all students, particularly those from marginalized and under-represented groups. As part of this effort, the government has introduced the “State Education Policy,” 2023, which includes a new semester system for classes 11 and 12.
Semester System for Class 11 & 12:
Class 11:
- Starting Academic Year: 2024-2025
- 1st Semester: November 2024
- 2nd Semester: March 2025
Class 12:
- Starting Academic Year: 2025-2026
- 1st Semester: November 2025
- 2nd Semester: March 2026
Committee for Semester System Implementation:
The School Education Department of West Bengal has formed a committee to develop a framework and timeline for implementing the semester system in classes 11 and 12.
Committee Members:
- Commissioner of School Education
- President, West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education
- Smt. Chinmoyee Pattanayak, Joint Director of School Education (Member Convener)
- Swami Isthishananda, Head Master, Narendrapur Ramakrishna Mission High School, and a Member of West Bengal Council of Higher Education
Responsibilities of the Committee:
- Examine the proposal for the semester system.
- Consider current practices and make decisions for future academic sessions.
- Align the proposal with the vision and recommendations of the State Education Policy, 2023.
Timeline for Report Submission:
- Deadline: End of November 2023
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FAQ About West Bengal Class 11 & 12 Semester System
What are the key highlights of the state education policy 2023?
- The State Education Policy, 2023, emphasizes the need to introduce the semester system in class 11 and 12 to reduce the burden on students.
What is the expected time for implementation of semester system in Class 11 and Class 12 in West Bengal schools?
- The expected timeline for implementation of semester system for Class XI is 2024-2025 academic year and for Class XII from the academic year is 2025-2026.
Who proposed the introduction of the semester system under state education policy for higher secondary education in West Bengal?
- The President of the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) submitted the proposal for the introduction of the semester system.
What is the expected timeline for the semester system in Class XI and Class XII under Bengal Board?
- For Class 11: 1st semester in November 2024 and 2nd semester in March 2025.
- For Class 12: 1st semester in November 2025 and 2nd semester in March 2026.
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