Is there a legal obligation towards modifying the examination system for students with disabilities?
Yes, modifications in the examination system are a legal obligation. The principle policy regarding modification of examination is laid down in Section 30 and 31 of the Persons with Disabilities Act, 1995. 3. Are candidates with disabilities entitled to question papers in accessible formats? Yes, candidates with disabilities are entitled to question papers in accessible formats. For blind students and low-vision students access to question papers can be ensured by: · Providing the question papers in Braille script · Reading out the question paper without giving any clarification or explanation · Making an audio copy of the question paper on a cassette, provided a cassette player is available · Making available an electronic copy of the question paper for students who use computers · By providing a large print copy of the question paper for students with low vision- the print size must be determined as per the individual needs of the child · By allowing the magnifiers and other assistiv