Karnali students haven’t been taught in full, yet they will sit for SEE next week

Summary

Thousands of students in Karnali Province face incomplete education as schools lack permanent teachers, forcing many to attend costly private tuition before the upcoming Secondary Education Examination (SEE).

Key Points
  • Many Karnali students have not completed their secondary education syllabus due to teacher shortages and school disruptions.
  • In Karnali, 1,749 of 3,109 secondary-level teaching positions remain vacant, affecting education quality.
  • Rural families bear heavy financial burdens sending children to urban centers for private tuition ahead of SEE exams.
  • The SEE pass rate in Karnali has declined, with many schools reporting zero students passing the exam.
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