KARACHI:
Copy culture has become a pervasive problem in Sindh’s education system. Students copy answers from each other during examinations and assignments. The roots of this problem lie within the very institutions that are supposed to be nurturing and educating young minds.
In private schools, where academic competition is intense, students are under immense pressure to succeed. Resultantly, they resort to cheating from one another to get ahead. On the other hand, government schools do not function properly, and their teachers are often not qualified or trained to teach effectively. Students are left to fend for themselves, and the only way they can pass exams is by copying answers. The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) the main body responsible for conducting exams and grading students is rife with corruption and malpractice, which has intensified the problem. Students often bribe examiners to get better grades. Consequently, the quality of education is compromised.
The consequences of this copy culture are far-reaching and detrimental to the future of students and society as a whole. Students who copy answers do not learn the material, which hinders their ability to think critically and evaluate. It also creates a culture of dishonesty and deceit, which harms the moral fabric of society. The education system, teachers, and parents should work together to instil honesty and integrity in students. BISE must also take concrete steps to eliminate corruption. By addressing these issues, we can create an education system that truly empowers students to reach their full potential.
Naveed Wassan
Karachi
Published in The Express Tribune, May 12th, 2023.
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