Educational Assessment Policy of Nepal
Nepal's educational assessment policy focuses on continuous, student-centered learning. It includes national assessments and public examinations to im
National Assessment Policy of Nepal Nepal's national assessment policy for school levels is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by constitutional mandates, federalization, and a commitment to global educational goals like Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4). The system aims to shift from traditional rote-based evaluations towards more inclusive, competency-based, and learner-centered approaches. Key institutions such as the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MoEST), Curriculum Development Center (CDC), Education Review Office (ERO), and National Examinations Board (NEB) are central to policy formulation, curriculum development, and assessment implementation. Local governments are increasingly playing a critical role, particularly in basic education. The policy integrates continuous assessment systems (CAS) in early grades, blended models for middle basic levels, and standardized public examinations for Grades 8, 10, and 12. National Large-Scale Assessment…