With the Karnataka Bandh set for March 22, uncertainty looms over school operations. While the SSLC exams remain unaffected, exams for lower classes will proceed. Transportation disruptions could affect student commutes, and many schools are adopting a cautious approach. Parents and students are advised to stay in touch with school authorities for updates.
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The Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) has released the provisional answer key for the 2025 Combined Competitive Preliminary Examination, along with the Series A question paper for GS Paper 1 and CSAT (Paper 2) on its official website, www.jkpsc.nic.in. Candidates can download the PDF to assess their scores and raise objections from February 24 to 27, 2025.
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