On March 2, 2023, the Maharashtra Board SSC Exam 2023 commenced. The Science and Technology—Part II examination concluded at 1:00 PM on March 20, 2023. The paper might have left students, parents and professors confused as two questions in the Exam paper were either incomplete or incorrectly framed.

About the SSC Science and Technology Exam

  • The SSC Science and Technology exam is held for a total of 100 marks.
  • The theory question paper is of 80 marks and the remaining 20 marks are allotted for practical/viva/projects. 
  • The Theory exam for Science and Technology is divided into two parts

 Science and Technology—Part I and Science and Technology—Part II. Both the papers are of 40 marks each.

Confusion in Science and Technology—Part II Question Paper

According to the Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) –

The MCQ questions for questions 1 (A) ‘i’ and 'ii' are either incorrectly framed or left vague.

Q 1 (A) ‘i’

Vestigial organ _______ present in human body is proof of evolution.

  (A) Human hand (B) Appendix

(C) Ear muscles (D) Tail-bone

The MCQ has 3 correct answers out of 4 options.

 

Q 1 (A) ‘ii’

Type of sexual reproduction is _______.

(A) Fragmentation (B) Regeneration

(C) Gamete formation (D) Budding

The MCQ, along with the four alternatives, appears to be an incorrectly framed statement. The required Details to answer the question are missing.

SSC Board exam is a crucial juncture for students

The fact cannot be denied: the board examination plays a very important role in students’ lives. Students, parents, and teachers would be eagerly waiting to hear from the board about the corrective measures it would be taking to clear up the confusion.

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