Mumbai: The Central Board of Secondary Education has cancelled the board exams for class 12th students in wake of the COVID-19 crisis in India. The Central government took the decision after consulting all the states and other stakeholders in a meeting, which was chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ABP News contacted ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’ fame Ashnoor Kaur to know about her first reaction upon learning about the same.
The ‘Na Bole Tum Na Maine Kuch Kaha’ actress, who was busy preparing for exams, said that she was flooded with calls after CBSE confirmed the development.
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“I have received calls from my cousins and friends after CBSE cancelled the board exams for class 12th. Some of them are celebrating on call. I am happy with the government’s decision as they considered our fears and pandemic,” Ashnoor said.
“More than the fear of exams, it was the uncertainty that was troubling us. I am glad the uncertainty regarding the exams is over and students will no longer be anxious. We will be able to concentrate on our future and decide what we want to do,” the ‘Patiala Babes’ star added.
Ashnoor said that the students can now utilise the time in developing a new skill and honing their talent. “We can finally breathe a sigh of relief and pick up a hobby as we have time. Thankfully, we are not left hanging as we have a crystal-clear idea about the exams,” she said.
PM Narendra Modi said that the 'student friendly' decision was taken to safeguard the future and health of students. His tweet read, "Government of India has decided to cancel the Class XII CBSE Board Exams. After extensive consultations, we have taken a decision that is student-friendly, one that safeguards the health as well as future of our youth."
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