The Secondary Education Examination (SEE) results for 2081 showed a significant improvement, with 62% of students securing grades—a 14% increase compared to 48% in 2080. Teachers and principals attribute this rise to three key factors: increased efforts, lenient answer sheet evaluation, and simpler exam questions.
Bishnu Rimal, principal of Gyannodaya Secondary School in Kathmandu, said, "Last year’s poor results pushed us to work harder. We conducted extra classes and even brought in experts to help students. This year, our pass rate jumped to 93%."
However, some suspect inflated marks played a role. A teacher from Kankali Secondary School, speaking on the condition of anonymity, admitted, "After criticism from the PM, examiners were more lenient. Some students who scored 22-23 were bumped up to 27 to help them pass."
Others pointed to easier question papers. Mahendra Bista, a social studies teacher, noted, "This year’s questions were simpler, focusing more on basic concepts."
While the improvement is celebrated, skepticism remains. Educationist Dr Sushan Acharya urged an independent probe, calling the sudden jump "unnatural." Meanwhile, PM KP Oli credited online education, though most schools reported minimal student participation in such programs.
The debate continues over whether the rise reflects genuine progress or systemic leniency.
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