The Punjab Higher Education Department (PHED) has recently announced new dates for the exams that were postponed from May 10-12 due to violent protests that gripped the nation following the arrest of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan.
In this article, we will discuss the new exam schedule and other important details related to the postponed exams in Punjab.
New Exam Dates
The exams, which were conducted by nine different boards across the province, will now be held from May 17-19. According to the PHED, the exams for Quran translation and ethics will be held on May 17, chemistry and general science on May 18, and Islamiat — religious education and Islamiat — Dars-e-Nizami on May 19.
Roll Number Slips
New roll number slips for the postponed exams will be uploaded on the respective board's website, the PHED said. However, students can also take the exams on their old roll number slips if they have not yet received the new ones.
Advice for Students
The authority has advised students to reach their pre-determined exam centres on the new dates. It is important for students to arrive at their designated centres on time to avoid any inconvenience.
Background
As violent protests erupted across the country after PTI Chairman Imran Khan's arrest on May 9, the Punjab government called in the army and imposed Section 144 to ban all kinds of gatherings, rallies, sit-ins and protests. The situation forced education authorities in Punjab to postpone exams and shut down schools, colleges and universities.
Cancellation of Exams by British Council
The British Council also cancelled all Cambridge International, Pearson, University of London, ACCA, and IELTS exams scheduled across Pakistan. This further added to the anxiety and uncertainty among students who were already affected by the postponement of exams by the PHED.
The education authorities in Punjab have taken the necessary steps to ensure that students are able to take their exams as scheduled. It is important for students to stay updated with the latest information regarding the exams and follow the guidelines issued by the authorities. We hope that students are able to perform well in their exams despite the challenges they have faced in recent times.
FAQs
- What caused the postponement of exams in Punjab?
- The postponement of exams in Punjab was caused by violent protests that erupted across the country after PTI Chairman Imran Khan's arrest.
- When will the postponed exams be held in Punjab?
- The exams will now be held from May 17-19.
- Do students need to have the new roll number slips to take the postponed exams?
- Students can also take the exams on their old roll number slips if they have not yet received the new ones.
- Why did the British Council cancel exams in Pakistan?
- The British Council cancelled exams in Pakistan due to the volatile situation caused by the protests.
- What advice has been given to students by education authorities in Punjab?
- The authorities have advised students to reach their pre-determined exam centres on the new exam dates.
