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In a significant move, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has approved the proposal to introduce open book assessments in schools, allowing students to carry textbooks and class notes into the examination hall. A pilot project for this initiative will begin this year.

As per reports, starting from the 2026-27 academic session, CBSE will implement open book assessments for Class IX students. Under this system, examinees will be permitted to take their textbooks and class notes into the examination hall and use them while answering questions. The arrangement will apply to major subjects such as languages, mathematics, science,...