The upcoming practical assessment and vivas for Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) has triggered anxiety among students.

Teachers are facing a volley of questions not only from students, but also parents for more clarity on the situation. While many schools have been continuing with online classes, students have little or no hands-on laboratory experience. At the same time, no Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) have been declared for both viva and practical assessment, say parents.