The Inter Board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC) has approved the allocation of double marks for Ethics in Religious Education subjects for Grades IX through XII. This temporary measure, endorsed during the 180th IBCC Forum Meeting at FBISE Islamabad, will remain in effect until Religious Education textbooks become available. The decision, supported by PCTB Lahore and officially notified on December 2, 2024, demonstrates the education sector’s commitment to maintaining academic standards while adapting to curriculum transitions.
Notification Details
The Inter Board Committee of Chairmen has implemented a strategic modification to the assessment structure for Religious Education subjects. This decision was formalized during the 180th IBCC Forum meeting held at FBISE Islamabad on November 18-19, 2024. The directive specifically addresses the interim period before the availability of Religious Education textbooks by instituting a double marking system for Ethics components.
Implementation Framework
The notification has been systematically distributed to key educational stakeholders across Punjab and AJK Mirpur, including:
- All Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education
- Punjab School Education Department
- Punjab Higher Education Department
- Punjab Curriculum & Textbook Board
- Punjab Education Foundation
This pivotal decision represents a temporary but essential adjustment to the educational assessment system. The measure ensures fair evaluation while maintaining academic integrity during the transition period. The comprehensive implementation strategy involves multiple educational bodies, reflecting a coordinated approach to curriculum management and assessment standards.
Notification
